Algenesis Labs has been awarded the 2025 Polyurethane Innovation Award for its Soleic® technology, a biodegradable, bio-based polyurethane derived from algae and non-food plants.

Algenesis Labs has been awarded the 2025 Polyurethane Innovation Award for its Soleic® technology, a biodegradable, bio-based polyurethane derived from algae and non-food plants.

Algenesis Labs has been awarded the 2025 Polyurethane Innovation Award for its Soleic® technology, a biodegradable, bio-based polyurethane derived from algae and non-food plants.

Researchers at the University of Missouri have utilized genetically modified algae strains to synthesize biodegradable polymers, offering a scalable, carbon-negative alternative to traditional plastics.

Algenesis Labs has been awarded the 2025 Polyurethane Innovation Award for its Soleic® technology, a biodegradable, bio-based polyurethane derived from algae and non-food plants.

BASF introduces new certified biomass-balanced polyurethane systems designed to reduce product carbon footprints while maintaining identical performance to fossil-based equivalents.

Algenesis Labs has been awarded the 2025 Polyurethane Innovation Award for its Soleic® technology, a biodegradable, bio-based polyurethane derived from algae and non-food plants.

TotalEnergies has officially commenced operations at France’s first advanced recycling facility, utilizing pyrolysis to convert hard-to-recycle plastic waste into feedstock for virgin-quality polymers.

ExxonMobil expands its Baytown facility to solidify its status as one of the world’s largest advanced recycling hubs, utilizing proprietary technology to convert plastic waste into circular polymers.

Agilyx has completed the acquisition of a 44% stake in GreenDot Global, a significant move to strengthen its European market presence and establish a global platform for supplying feedstock to the advanced recycling industry.

Just twelve months after filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, Danimer Scientific’s Winchester, Kentucky PHA facility is expanding under new owner Teknor Apex. Here’s why this is more than a corporate comeback — it’s a confidence signal for the entire PHA sector.

Just twelve months after filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, Danimer Scientific’s Winchester, Kentucky PHA facility is expanding under new owner Teknor Apex. Here’s why this is more than a corporate comeback — it’s a confidence signal for the entire PHA sector.

Digital B2B procurement platform Cirplus has officially entered liquidation, marking the end of its operations in the circular and bio-based plastics marketplace.

The USDA’s National Organic Standards Board voted unanimously to reject synthetic compostable materials as allowable feedstocks for certified organic compost, dealing a major blow to the bioplastics industry.

Brazil’s antitrust regulator has just approved private equity firm IG4 Capital’s takeover of Braskem, the world’s largest biopolymer producer. Here’s why it happened — corruption, sinkholes, and a brutal petrochemical downturn — and what it means for the bioplastics sector.

A business commentary on Corbion’s exit from the TotalEnergies Corbion joint venture — analyzing the financial logic, margin differentials, and what it means for the economics of PLA and the broader bioplastics industry.

Deep dive into bioplastic additives: plasticizers, nucleating agents, impact modifiers, thermal stabilizers, UV stabilizers, processing aids, fillers, compatibilizers, chain extenders, and antimicrobial agents. Includes commercial product recommendations and chemistry explanations.

Researchers at RIKEN’s Center for Emergent Matter Science (CEMS), led by Takuzo Aida, have developed a robust, flexible, plant-based plastic that rapidly decomposes in natural environments, including saltwater, without forming microplastics. Utilizing inexpensive, FDA-approved ingredients, this material represents a significant advancement towards combating plastic pollution.

Concordia University has significantly upgraded its Genome Foundry and Bioprocessing facilities with a $5 million investment, enhancing its position as a leading Canadian hub for synthetic biology and sustainable biomanufacturing.

Power2Polymers, a German startup, secured the top prize at the ISC3 Innovation Challenge 2025 for its pioneering sustainable and high-performance polymer products, which significantly reduce carbon footprint and offer an alternative to harmful PFAS chemicals.

European Bioplastics’ 2025 Market Data Report projects a doubling of global biobased plastics production capacity by 2030, driven by increased demand and innovation across key sectors.

Rutgers University scientists have engineered novel plastics that naturally degrade under everyday conditions, offering a sustainable solution to plastic pollution without requiring specialized treatments. The breakthrough, led by Yuwei Gu and published in Nature Chemistry, allows for programmable material lifecycles, with potential applications ranging from packaging to timed drug-release capsules.

P2 Science and Algenesis Corporation have formed a strategic partnership to develop and commercialize 100% biobased and biodegradable polyurethanes derived from algae, aiming to replace petroleum-based plastics across various industries.

thyssenkrupp Uhde and Praj Industries Ltd. have announced a strategic partnership to deliver an integrated, end-to-end technology for Polylactic Acid (PLA) production, aiming to transform the bioplastics sector and advance the circular bioeconomy.

TotalEnergies has officially commenced operations at France’s first advanced recycling facility, utilizing pyrolysis to convert hard-to-recycle plastic waste into feedstock for virgin-quality polymers.

Covestro and Fraunhofer UMSICHT have finalized an agreement to construct a pioneering smart pyrolysis pilot plant aimed at advancing the chemical recycling of complex polymer waste streams.

Abundia Global Impact Group has selected Burns & McDonnell to provide front-end engineering design services for its new waste-to-value facility in Texas.

ExxonMobil expands its Baytown facility to solidify its status as one of the world’s largest advanced recycling hubs, utilizing proprietary technology to convert plastic waste into circular polymers.

Plastics Recyclers Europe has released comprehensive data mapping the installed capacity and diverse technologies of recycling facilities across the continent to benchmark progress against 2030 targets.

Researchers at the University of Rochester utilize tungsten carbide to create a cost-effective, platinum-mimicking catalyst for efficient plastic waste dehydrogenation.

Idemitsu Kosan has finalized the construction of a commercial chemical recycling facility at its Chiba Complex designed to convert used plastics into raw feedstock.

Zeopore and BioBTX have achieved a significant breakthrough in chemical recycling by combining advanced zeolite catalysts with innovative process technology to maximize the yield of circular aromatics from mixed plastic waste.

TotalEnergies Corbion showcased its Luminy® PLA innovations, highlighting its 100% biobased, recyclable, and industrially compostable nature, alongside successful chemical recycling advancements at a major Chinese conference.

Empire Diversified Energy secures $10 million in financing to complete the commissioning of its waste-to-energy chemical recycling facility in West Virginia.

Danimer Scientific has unveiled plans to significantly expand its Kentucky manufacturing facility to meet the surging global demand for its marine-degradable PHA biopolymers.

Just twelve months after filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, Danimer Scientific’s Winchester, Kentucky PHA facility is expanding under new owner Teknor Apex. Here’s why this is more than a corporate comeback — it’s a confidence signal for the entire PHA sector.

Kaneka Corporation has initiated legal action against Danimer Scientific and Teknor Apex, alleging patent infringement related to proprietary biopolymer technologies.

Just twelve months after filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, Danimer Scientific’s Winchester, Kentucky PHA facility is expanding under new owner Teknor Apex. Here’s why this is more than a corporate comeback — it’s a confidence signal for the entire PHA sector.

Brazil’s antitrust regulator has just approved private equity firm IG4 Capital’s takeover of Braskem, the world’s largest biopolymer producer. Here’s why it happened — corruption, sinkholes, and a brutal petrochemical downturn — and what it means for the bioplastics sector.

Just twelve months after filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, Danimer Scientific’s Winchester, Kentucky PHA facility is expanding under new owner Teknor Apex. Here’s why this is more than a corporate comeback — it’s a confidence signal for the entire PHA sector.

Brazil’s antitrust regulator has just approved private equity firm IG4 Capital’s takeover of Braskem, the world’s largest biopolymer producer. Here’s why it happened — corruption, sinkholes, and a brutal petrochemical downturn — and what it means for the bioplastics sector.

The EU Commission has issued Regulation 2025/2269 to rectify labeling guidelines for recycled plastics, clarifying the existing framework as the global recycled plastics market is projected to reach USD 190.25 billion by 2035, significantly driven by demand in sustainable automotive interior components.

Danimer Scientific has unveiled plans to significantly expand its Kentucky manufacturing facility to meet the surging global demand for its marine-degradable PHA biopolymers.

Danimer Scientific has unveiled plans to significantly expand its Kentucky manufacturing facility to meet the surging global demand for its marine-degradable PHA biopolymers.

Just twelve months after filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, Danimer Scientific’s Winchester, Kentucky PHA facility is expanding under new owner Teknor Apex. Here’s why this is more than a corporate comeback — it’s a confidence signal for the entire PHA sector.

Global packaging manufacturer ALPLA has inaugurated a state-of-the-art facility in Calamba City to advance sustainable packaging and bioplastic production capabilities within the Southeast Asian market.

Kaneka Corporation has initiated legal action against Danimer Scientific and Teknor Apex, alleging patent infringement related to proprietary biopolymer technologies.

Biotech packaging startup Shellworks has secured €13 million in new funding to accelerate the commercial scale-up of Vivomer, its microbe-derived, compostable PHA bioplastic.

Researchers have successfully engineered a bacterial strain capable of converting toxic methanol into biopolymers, enabling cost-effective production from C1 gas feedstocks.

Researchers at KAIST have successfully engineered a novel microorganism capable of efficiently converting methanol into high-value bioplastics, decoupling production from agricultural feedstocks.

Mizuno Corporation has completed the installation of artificial turf utilizing Kaneka’s Green Planet PHA biopolymer at Vantelin Dome Nagoya to mitigate microplastic pollution.

Researchers at the University of Missouri have developed a genetically modified algae strain capable of metabolizing microplastics and converting them into biodegradable biopolymers.

Researchers at the University of Missouri have utilized genetically modified algae strains to synthesize biodegradable polymers, offering a scalable, carbon-negative alternative to traditional plastics.

Researchers at the University of Tuebingen have successfully engineered cyanobacteria to significantly increase the intracellular accumulation of polyhydroxybutyrate (PHB) for industrial applications.

CJ Biomaterials has partnered with Swedish company BIQ Materials to commercialize artificial turf infill made from PHACT™ PHA, a certified biodegradable biopolymer, targeting the European market in anticipation of the 2031 EU ban on petroleum-based infill.

Danimer Scientific has unveiled plans to significantly expand its Kentucky manufacturing facility to meet the surging global demand for its marine-degradable PHA biopolymers.

Just twelve months after filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, Danimer Scientific’s Winchester, Kentucky PHA facility is expanding under new owner Teknor Apex. Here’s why this is more than a corporate comeback — it’s a confidence signal for the entire PHA sector.

TotalEnergies has officially commenced operations at France’s first advanced recycling facility, utilizing pyrolysis to convert hard-to-recycle plastic waste into feedstock for virgin-quality polymers.

Idemitsu Kosan has finalized the construction of a commercial chemical recycling facility at its Chiba Complex designed to convert used plastics into raw feedstock.

Empire Diversified Energy secures $10 million in financing to complete the commissioning of its waste-to-energy chemical recycling facility in West Virginia.

Just twelve months after filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, Danimer Scientific’s Winchester, Kentucky PHA facility is expanding under new owner Teknor Apex. Here’s why this is more than a corporate comeback — it’s a confidence signal for the entire PHA sector.

Kaneka Corporation has initiated legal action against Danimer Scientific and Teknor Apex, alleging patent infringement related to proprietary biopolymer technologies.

Teknor Apex completed the acquisition of Danimer Scientific, consolidating its position in the biodegradable biopolymer market and strengthening its production scalability and competitive dynamics.

TotalEnergies has officially commenced operations at France’s first advanced recycling facility, utilizing pyrolysis to convert hard-to-recycle plastic waste into feedstock for virgin-quality polymers.

A business commentary on Corbion’s exit from the TotalEnergies Corbion joint venture — analyzing the financial logic, margin differentials, and what it means for the economics of PLA and the broader bioplastics industry.

Corbion has officially finalized the divestment of its stake in the TotalEnergies Corbion joint venture, redirecting its focus toward core fermentation and lactic acid capabilities.

TotalEnergies’ Grandpuits platform in France is undergoing a major €500 million conversion to become a zero-crude facility by mid-2025, focusing on sustainable aviation fuel, plastic recycling, and renewable energy production.

Just twelve months after filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, Danimer Scientific’s Winchester, Kentucky PHA facility is expanding under new owner Teknor Apex. Here’s why this is more than a corporate comeback — it’s a confidence signal for the entire PHA sector.

Global packaging manufacturer ALPLA has inaugurated a state-of-the-art facility in Calamba City to advance sustainable packaging and bioplastic production capabilities within the Southeast Asian market.

ALPLA and NTCP are piloting a solvent-based process in the Netherlands to produce food-safe recycled HDPE, supported by a Dutch government grant, aiming for industrial scale by 2030.

Global packaging manufacturer ALPLA has inaugurated a state-of-the-art facility in Calamba City to advance sustainable packaging and bioplastic production capabilities within the Southeast Asian market.

Global packaging manufacturer ALPLA has inaugurated a state-of-the-art facility in Calamba City to advance sustainable packaging and bioplastic production capabilities within the Southeast Asian market.

Global packaging manufacturer ALPLA has inaugurated a state-of-the-art facility in Calamba City to advance sustainable packaging and bioplastic production capabilities within the Southeast Asian market.

Amcor has received top honors at the 2026 Flexible Packaging Association Achievement Awards for its innovative Earth Sense Pro bioplastic packaging solution.

Global packaging leader Amcor has expanded its manufacturing plant in Italy to significantly increase the production capacity of its recyclable, reusable, and compostable flexible films.

Amcor has received top honors at the 2026 Flexible Packaging Association Achievement Awards for its innovative Earth Sense Pro bioplastic packaging solution.

Austrian manufacturer Lenzing is urging European policymakers to classify bio-based materials as strategic assets to bolster the region’s industrial competitiveness and achieve circular economy targets.

Austrian manufacturer Lenzing is urging European policymakers to classify bio-based materials as strategic assets to bolster the region’s industrial competitiveness and achieve circular economy targets.

Amcor has received top honors at the 2026 Flexible Packaging Association Achievement Awards for its innovative Earth Sense Pro bioplastic packaging solution.

Amcor has received top honors at the 2026 Flexible Packaging Association Achievement Awards for its innovative Earth Sense Pro bioplastic packaging solution.

Austrian manufacturer Lenzing is urging European policymakers to classify bio-based materials as strategic assets to bolster the region’s industrial competitiveness and achieve circular economy targets.

Syngenta has unveiled a new £100 million state-of-the-art agricultural bioscience research center dedicated to advancing biologicals and sustainable crop technologies.

Avid Organics has launched AviGa Bio HP70, the world’s first commercially available bio-based glycolic acid, offering a renewable drop-in alternative to petroleum-derived chemical precursors.

Avid Organics has launched AviGa Bio HP70, the world’s first commercially available bio-based glycolic acid, offering a renewable drop-in alternative to petroleum-derived chemical precursors.

Syngenta has unveiled a new £100 million state-of-the-art agricultural bioscience research center dedicated to advancing biologicals and sustainable crop technologies.

Syngenta has unveiled a new £100 million state-of-the-art agricultural bioscience research center dedicated to advancing biologicals and sustainable crop technologies.

Stony Brook University and SWFT Labs have expanded their collaboration to industrialize sustainable cellulose nanomaterials using a novel Nitro-Oxidation Process.

Avid Organics has launched AviGa Bio HP70, the world’s first commercially available bio-based glycolic acid, offering a renewable drop-in alternative to petroleum-derived chemical precursors.

Stony Brook University and SWFT Labs have expanded their collaboration to industrialize sustainable cellulose nanomaterials using a novel Nitro-Oxidation Process.

Avid Organics has launched AviGa Bio HP70, the world’s first commercially available bio-based glycolic acid, offering a renewable drop-in alternative to petroleum-derived chemical precursors.

Avid Organics has launched AviGa Bio HP70, the world’s first commercially available bio-based glycolic acid, offering a renewable drop-in alternative to petroleum-derived chemical precursors.

Stony Brook University and SWFT Labs have expanded their collaboration to industrialize sustainable cellulose nanomaterials using a novel Nitro-Oxidation Process.

Stony Brook University and SWFT Labs have expanded their collaboration to industrialize sustainable cellulose nanomaterials using a novel Nitro-Oxidation Process.

Syngenta has unveiled a new £100 million state-of-the-art agricultural bioscience research center dedicated to advancing biologicals and sustainable crop technologies.

The nova-Institute has announced six pioneering nominees for the Best CO2 Utilisation 2026 award, highlighting cutting-edge advancements in converting captured carbon into high-performance polymers and chemicals.

The nova-Institute has announced six pioneering nominees for the Best CO2 Utilisation 2026 award, highlighting cutting-edge advancements in converting captured carbon into high-performance polymers and chemicals.

The nova-Institute has announced six pioneering nominees for the Best CO2 Utilisation 2026 award, highlighting cutting-edge advancements in converting captured carbon into high-performance polymers and chemicals.

Covestro and Fraunhofer UMSICHT have finalized an agreement to construct a pioneering smart pyrolysis pilot plant aimed at advancing the chemical recycling of complex polymer waste streams.

Covestro expands its Asian footprint with a new manufacturing facility in Zhuhai dedicated to high-performance and sustainable thermoplastic polyurethanes.

Covestro and Fraunhofer UMSICHT have finalized an agreement to construct a pioneering smart pyrolysis pilot plant aimed at advancing the chemical recycling of complex polymer waste streams.

The nova-Institute has announced six pioneering nominees for the Best CO2 Utilisation 2026 award, highlighting cutting-edge advancements in converting captured carbon into high-performance polymers and chemicals.

Covestro and Fraunhofer UMSICHT have finalized an agreement to construct a pioneering smart pyrolysis pilot plant aimed at advancing the chemical recycling of complex polymer waste streams.

The nova-Institute has announced six pioneering nominees for the Best CO2 Utilisation 2026 award, highlighting cutting-edge advancements in converting captured carbon into high-performance polymers and chemicals.

Covestro and Fraunhofer UMSICHT have finalized an agreement to construct a pioneering smart pyrolysis pilot plant aimed at advancing the chemical recycling of complex polymer waste streams.

P2 Science and Algenesis Corporation have formed a strategic partnership to develop and commercialize 100% biobased and biodegradable polyurethanes derived from algae, aiming to replace petroleum-based plastics across various industries.

Covestro and Fraunhofer UMSICHT have finalized an agreement to construct a pioneering smart pyrolysis pilot plant aimed at advancing the chemical recycling of complex polymer waste streams.

Digital B2B procurement platform Cirplus has officially entered liquidation, marking the end of its operations in the circular and bio-based plastics marketplace.

Digital B2B procurement platform Cirplus has officially entered liquidation, marking the end of its operations in the circular and bio-based plastics marketplace.

Kaneka Corporation has initiated legal action against Danimer Scientific and Teknor Apex, alleging patent infringement related to proprietary biopolymer technologies.

Kaneka Corporation has committed ¥12.4 billion in October 2025 to boost its PHBH biopolymer producti

Kaneka Corporation has committed ¥12.4 billion in October 2025 to boost its PHBH biopolymer production capacity, addressing rising domestic demand for compostable packaging and cutlery while enhancing overall supply flexibility.

Kaneka Corporation has initiated legal action against Danimer Scientific and Teknor Apex, alleging patent infringement related to proprietary biopolymer technologies.

Kaneka Corporation has initiated legal action against Danimer Scientific and Teknor Apex, alleging patent infringement related to proprietary biopolymer technologies.

Kaneka Corporation has committed ¥12.4 billion in October 2025 to boost its PHBH biopolymer production capacity, addressing rising domestic demand for compostable packaging and cutlery while enhancing overall supply flexibility.

Digital B2B procurement platform Cirplus has officially entered liquidation, marking the end of its operations in the circular and bio-based plastics marketplace.

Blue Circle Olefins and Ducor Petrochemicals have announced a strategic partnership to establish a fully circular polypropylene value chain, targeting an 80% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by supplying bio-based and carbon-recycled polypropylene.

FORVIA is supplying the instrument panel and center console for the all-new Renault Clio 6, incorporating 40% recycled plastics and advanced finishing techniques to enhance sustainability and user experience.

The USDA’s National Organic Standards Board voted unanimously to reject synthetic compostable materials as allowable feedstocks for certified organic compost, dealing a major blow to the bioplastics industry.

TIPA Compostable Packaging has acquired Sealpap, a specialist in recyclable paper-based packaging, significantly broadening TIPA’s sustainable packaging portfolio to offer both compostable and recyclable solutions. This strategic move aims to help global brands meet environmental goals and comply with evolving EU regulations, reinforcing TIPA’s growth in circular packaging across Europe and North America.

A comprehensive guide to PLA - one of the most widely used biodegradable bioplastics made from renewable resources.

The USDA’s National Organic Standards Board voted unanimously to reject synthetic compostable materials as allowable feedstocks for certified organic compost, dealing a major blow to the bioplastics industry.

A business commentary on Corbion’s exit from the TotalEnergies Corbion joint venture — analyzing the financial logic, margin differentials, and what it means for the economics of PLA and the broader bioplastics industry.

Belgian bioplastics producer Futerro has postponed the operational launch of its vertically integrated PLA biorefinery in Normandy to 2029 amidst broader European industrial headwinds.

Corbion has officially finalized the divestment of its stake in the TotalEnergies Corbion joint venture, redirecting its focus toward core fermentation and lactic acid capabilities.

Balrampur Chini Mills achieves a commercial milestone by securing its first institutional order for sugarcane-derived PLA products from the Lucknow Cantonment Board.

Balrampur Chini Mills Limited has finalized its first commercial institutional order for its new Polylactic Acid manufacturing division, marking a major milestone in its diversification strategy.

The Uttar Pradesh Cabinet has approved Balrampur Chini Mills Limited’s proposal to establish India’s first industrial-scale Polylactic Acid manufacturing facility, utilizing sugar-based feedstock for sustainable plastic production.

Deep dive into bioplastic additives: plasticizers, nucleating agents, impact modifiers, thermal stabilizers, UV stabilizers, processing aids, fillers, compatibilizers, chain extenders, and antimicrobial agents. Includes commercial product recommendations and chemistry explanations.

TotalEnergies Corbion showcased its Luminy® PLA innovations, highlighting its 100% biobased, recyclable, and industrially compostable nature, alongside successful chemical recycling advancements at a major Chinese conference.

Emirates Biotech has launched ‘Embio’, a new series of plant-based PLA biopolymers, offering a sustainable alternative to conventional plastics in the Middle East with local stock and lower minimum order quantities.

TotalEnergies Corbion has selected Vichem as the official distributor for its Luminy PLA resins in Vietnam to expand the reach of biobased materials in the region.

Win Win Water partners with TotalEnergies Corbion to introduce a 100% plant-based, biodegradable water bottle utilizing Luminy® PLA technology.

The USDA’s National Organic Standards Board voted unanimously to reject synthetic compostable materials as allowable feedstocks for certified organic compost, dealing a major blow to the bioplastics industry.

The USDA’s National Organic Standards Board voted unanimously to reject synthetic compostable materials as allowable feedstocks for certified organic compost, dealing a major blow to the bioplastics industry.

The USDA’s National Organic Standards Board voted unanimously to reject synthetic compostable materials as allowable feedstocks for certified organic compost, dealing a major blow to the bioplastics industry.

Brazil’s antitrust regulator has just approved private equity firm IG4 Capital’s takeover of Braskem, the world’s largest biopolymer producer. Here’s why it happened — corruption, sinkholes, and a brutal petrochemical downturn — and what it means for the bioplastics sector.

Braskem America has announced expanded production capacity for its ‘I’m green’ bio-based polyethylene (PE), reinforcing its commitment to sustainable packaging solutions. This move significantly boosts the availability of a plant-based biopolymer for diverse applications.

Brazil’s antitrust regulator has just approved private equity firm IG4 Capital’s takeover of Braskem, the world’s largest biopolymer producer. Here’s why it happened — corruption, sinkholes, and a brutal petrochemical downturn — and what it means for the bioplastics sector.

Brazil’s antitrust watchdog has approved IG4 Sol’s acquisition strategy, clearing a major regulatory hurdle for the firm to assume control of biopolymer giant Braskem.

Braskem has introduced a new bio-based polyethylene grade specifically engineered for the healthcare sector, debuting at Pharmapack 2026 to support more sustainable medical packaging and devices.

Braskem unveils a specialized grade of its sugarcane-derived polyethylene designed to meet the rigorous safety and performance standards of the pharmaceutical packaging industry.

Novonor concludes its divestment strategy by agreeing to sell its controlling interest in petrochemical giant Braskem to private equity firm IG4 Capital for BRL 20 billion.

Braskem’s Sustainable Development Director called for stronger public policies to support biopolymer demand and R&D at COP30, emphasizing the company’s leadership in renewable polyethylene.

Braskem America has announced expanded production capacity for its ‘I’m green’ bio-based polyethylen

Braskem continues expansion of its $20 million Renewable Innovation Center in Massachusetts, targeting 1 million tons of annual bioproduct capacity by 2030 and advancing biopolymer R&D.

Braskem has launched a new I’m green bio-based high-density polyethylene (HDPE) derived from sugarca

Braskem Siam has signed a Letter of Intent with Mitr Phol Bio Fuel for the annual supply of 450 million liters of ethanol, securing crucial feedstock for its pioneering bio-ethylene plant in Thailand set to operate by 2027.

Braskem SA and Sojitz Corp planning $400 million joint venture facility in Lafayette, Indiana to produce bio-based plastic feedstocks, expanding North American sustainable materials capacity.

Braskem and Norsk e-Fuel have formed a strategic partnership to explore integrating e-Naphtha

Brazil’s antitrust regulator has just approved private equity firm IG4 Capital’s takeover of Braskem, the world’s largest biopolymer producer. Here’s why it happened — corruption, sinkholes, and a brutal petrochemical downturn — and what it means for the bioplastics sector.

Brazil’s antitrust regulator has just approved private equity firm IG4 Capital’s takeover of Braskem, the world’s largest biopolymer producer. Here’s why it happened — corruption, sinkholes, and a brutal petrochemical downturn — and what it means for the bioplastics sector.

Brazil’s antitrust regulator has just approved private equity firm IG4 Capital’s takeover of Braskem, the world’s largest biopolymer producer. Here’s why it happened — corruption, sinkholes, and a brutal petrochemical downturn — and what it means for the bioplastics sector.

Brazil’s antitrust regulator has just approved private equity firm IG4 Capital’s takeover of Braskem, the world’s largest biopolymer producer. Here’s why it happened — corruption, sinkholes, and a brutal petrochemical downturn — and what it means for the bioplastics sector.

Biotech packaging startup Shellworks has secured €13 million in new funding to accelerate the commercial scale-up of Vivomer, its microbe-derived, compostable PHA bioplastic.

Biotech packaging startup Shellworks has secured €13 million in new funding to accelerate the commercial scale-up of Vivomer, its microbe-derived, compostable PHA bioplastic.

Biotech packaging startup Shellworks has secured €13 million in new funding to accelerate the commercial scale-up of Vivomer, its microbe-derived, compostable PHA bioplastic.

Biotech packaging startup Shellworks has secured €13 million in new funding to accelerate the commercial scale-up of Vivomer, its microbe-derived, compostable PHA bioplastic.

Brazil’s antitrust watchdog has approved IG4 Sol’s acquisition strategy, clearing a major regulatory hurdle for the firm to assume control of biopolymer giant Braskem.

Syclus has announced a significant delay to its renewable ethylene production facility, pushing the expected operational start date to 2030 amid broader sector challenges.

The Lego Group initiates operations at its $1 billion carbon-neutral facility in Vietnam, significantly scaling the molding of bio-polyethylene and mass-balance sustainable materials for the Asian market.

Braskem unveils a specialized grade of its sugarcane-derived polyethylene designed to meet the rigorous safety and performance standards of the pharmaceutical packaging industry.

Novonor concludes its divestment strategy by agreeing to sell its controlling interest in petrochemical giant Braskem to private equity firm IG4 Capital for BRL 20 billion.

Braskem Siam has signed a Letter of Intent with Mitr Phol Bio Fuel for the annual supply of 450 million liters of ethanol, securing crucial feedstock for its pioneering bio-ethylene plant in Thailand set to operate by 2027.

L’Oréal has entered a multi-year partnership with carbon utilization startup Dioxycle to develop sustainable polyethylene packaging sourced directly from captured industrial carbon emissions.

The EU-funded UNICO2RN consortium, led by Avantium, has launched a major initiative to scale electrochemical technologies that convert industrial CO2 emissions into sustainable polyester building blocks.

Researchers have engineered a bacterial strain capable of utilizing light energy to convert atmospheric carbon dioxide into biodegradable PHB plastics and biofuels.

L’Oréal has entered a multi-year partnership with carbon utilization startup Dioxycle to develop sustainable polyethylene packaging sourced directly from captured industrial carbon emissions.

L’Oréal has entered a multi-year partnership with carbon utilization startup Dioxycle to develop sustainable polyethylene packaging sourced directly from captured industrial carbon emissions.

L’Oréal has entered a multi-year partnership with carbon utilization startup Dioxycle to develop sustainable polyethylene packaging sourced directly from captured industrial carbon emissions.

Brazil’s antitrust watchdog has approved IG4 Sol’s acquisition strategy, clearing a major regulatory hurdle for the firm to assume control of biopolymer giant Braskem.

Brazil’s antitrust watchdog has approved IG4 Sol’s acquisition strategy, clearing a major regulatory hurdle for the firm to assume control of biopolymer giant Braskem.

L’Oréal has entered a multi-year partnership with carbon utilization startup Dioxycle to develop sustainable polyethylene packaging sourced directly from captured industrial carbon emissions.

L’Oréal has selected 13 innovative startups for its L’AcceleratOR program to advance circularity, climate resilience, and sustainable bioplastic packaging solutions.

L’Oréal has entered a multi-year partnership with carbon utilization startup Dioxycle to develop sustainable polyethylene packaging sourced directly from captured industrial carbon emissions.

Plastics Recyclers Europe has released comprehensive data mapping the installed capacity and diverse technologies of recycling facilities across the continent to benchmark progress against 2030 targets.

Lawson integrates Mitsui Chemicals’ mass-balance bio-based polyethylene into its retail packaging to reduce carbon footprint without compromising material performance.

Braskem unveils a specialized grade of its sugarcane-derived polyethylene designed to meet the rigorous safety and performance standards of the pharmaceutical packaging industry.

Novonor concludes its divestment strategy by agreeing to sell its controlling interest in petrochemical giant Braskem to private equity firm IG4 Capital for BRL 20 billion.

Global packaging leader Amcor has expanded its manufacturing plant in Italy to significantly increase the production capacity of its recyclable, reusable, and compostable flexible films.

The Poonawalla Group has strategically invested in Regeno to accelerate the production of biodegradable, non-toxic alternatives to single-use plastics.

Global packaging leader Amcor has expanded its manufacturing plant in Italy to significantly increase the production capacity of its recyclable, reusable, and compostable flexible films.

Irish global packaging group Zeus expands its European manufacturing footprint with the strategic acquisition of Spanish extrusion specialist Koex Packaging Solutions.

Global packaging leader Amcor has expanded its manufacturing plant in Italy to significantly increase the production capacity of its recyclable, reusable, and compostable flexible films.

Nokian Tyres has introduced an advanced studded winter tire that integrates thermo-adaptive bio-based materials to automatically adjust to fluctuating winter temperatures.

Nokian Tyres has introduced an advanced studded winter tire that integrates thermo-adaptive bio-based materials to automatically adjust to fluctuating winter temperatures.

Nokian Tyres has introduced an advanced studded winter tire that integrates thermo-adaptive bio-based materials to automatically adjust to fluctuating winter temperatures.

Nokian Tyres has introduced an advanced studded winter tire that integrates thermo-adaptive bio-based materials to automatically adjust to fluctuating winter temperatures.

Researchers have successfully engineered 3D-printed biomimetic smart materials inspired by the structural architecture of sea urchins, unlocking rapid mechanoelectrical responses for advanced sensor applications.

BASF has officially inaugurated a new production line at its Shanghai facility to manufacture flame-retardant Elastollan® thermoplastic polyurethane for the Asia Pacific market.

BASF introduces new certified biomass-balanced polyurethane systems designed to reduce product carbon footprints while maintaining identical performance to fossil-based equivalents.

BASF has officially commissioned its landmark steam cracker at the Zhanjiang Verbund site, representing a massive shift toward low-emission chemical production powered by renewable energy.

BASF debuted the world’s first biomass-balanced polyethersulfone biopolymer.

BASF enhanced its ecovio biodegradable mulch film portfolio, targeting diverse climate zones in Asia and Latin America, supporting sustainable agriculture and high-growth markets.

BASF and Siemens collaborated to present circuit breaker with components made from biomass-balanced plastics at Fakuma 2024, demonstrating industrial applications of sustainable materials.

Researchers have successfully engineered 3D-printed biomimetic smart materials inspired by the structural architecture of sea urchins, unlocking rapid mechanoelectrical responses for advanced sensor applications.

A business commentary on Corbion’s exit from the TotalEnergies Corbion joint venture — analyzing the financial logic, margin differentials, and what it means for the economics of PLA and the broader bioplastics industry.

Selenis has announced plans to double its recycled polyester production capacity at its Portuguese facility by the third quarter of 2027 to meet the growing global demand for circular packaging solutions.

A business commentary on Corbion’s exit from the TotalEnergies Corbion joint venture — analyzing the financial logic, margin differentials, and what it means for the economics of PLA and the broader bioplastics industry.

Corbion has officially finalized the divestment of its stake in the TotalEnergies Corbion joint venture, redirecting its focus toward core fermentation and lactic acid capabilities.

Corbion partnered with Nestlé to co-develop PHA-based barrier materials for shelf-stable, compostable food packaging, advancing circular packaging systems and sustainability commitments.

BASF has officially inaugurated a new production line at its Shanghai facility to manufacture flame-retardant Elastollan® thermoplastic polyurethane for the Asia Pacific market.

A business commentary on Corbion’s exit from the TotalEnergies Corbion joint venture — analyzing the financial logic, margin differentials, and what it means for the economics of PLA and the broader bioplastics industry.

Låkril Technologies has successfully commissioned its first continuous pilot plant for converting lactic acid into bio-acrylic acid, validating the scalability of its proprietary catalyst technology.

thyssenkrupp Uhde and Praj Industries Ltd. have announced a strategic partnership to deliver an integrated, end-to-end technology for Polylactic Acid (PLA) production, aiming to transform the bioplastics sector and advance the circular bioeconomy.

A business commentary on Corbion’s exit from the TotalEnergies Corbion joint venture — analyzing the financial logic, margin differentials, and what it means for the economics of PLA and the broader bioplastics industry.

TotalEnergies Corbion has selected Vichem as the official distributor for its Luminy PLA resins in Vietnam to expand the reach of biobased materials in the region.

Win Win Water partners with TotalEnergies Corbion to introduce a 100% plant-based, biodegradable water bottle utilizing Luminy® PLA technology.

Researchers have successfully engineered 3D-printed biomimetic smart materials inspired by the structural architecture of sea urchins, unlocking rapid mechanoelectrical responses for advanced sensor applications.

Selenis has announced plans to double its recycled polyester production capacity at its Portuguese facility by the third quarter of 2027 to meet the growing global demand for circular packaging solutions.

Selenis has announced plans to double its recycled polyester production capacity at its Portuguese facility by the third quarter of 2027 to meet the growing global demand for circular packaging solutions.

The world’s largest international health and beauty retailer has updated its environmental roadmap, targeting a 21% reduction in virgin plastic intensity within its own-brand packaging by 2030.

Indorama Ventures expands its Trevira CS portfolio by incorporating chemically recycled PET into flame-retardant yarns without compromising safety standards.

Indorama Ventures has officially completed the sale of its indirect subsidiary UCY Polymers CZ as part of a strategic portfolio optimization.

ETG Bio Green Polymer has secured a 50-year land lease with KEZAD Group to establish a AED 150 million bioplastic and recycling facility in Abu Dhabi.

Selenis has announced plans to double its recycled polyester production capacity at its Portuguese facility by the third quarter of 2027 to meet the growing global demand for circular packaging solutions.

Researchers have successfully engineered 3D-printed biomimetic smart materials inspired by the structural architecture of sea urchins, unlocking rapid mechanoelectrical responses for advanced sensor applications.

BASF has officially inaugurated a new production line at its Shanghai facility to manufacture flame-retardant Elastollan® thermoplastic polyurethane for the Asia Pacific market.

Covestro expands its Asian footprint with a new manufacturing facility in Zhuhai dedicated to high-performance and sustainable thermoplastic polyurethanes.

BASF has officially inaugurated a new production line at its Shanghai facility to manufacture flame-retardant Elastollan® thermoplastic polyurethane for the Asia Pacific market.

Covestro expands its Asian footprint with a new manufacturing facility in Zhuhai dedicated to high-performance and sustainable thermoplastic polyurethanes.

Researchers at Flinders University have developed a new biodegradable packaging film derived from waste milk proteins designed to replace single-use fossil plastics.

Ecovia Bio secures significant Series B capital to scale industrial production of its proprietary bio-based superabsorbent polymers and functional ingredients.

Global packaging leader Mondi collaborates with biotech innovator Kelpi to test seaweed-based coatings for renewable, plastic-free wet wipe sachets.

Win Win Water partners with TotalEnergies Corbion to introduce a 100% plant-based, biodegradable water bottle utilizing Luminy® PLA technology.

Researchers at Flinders University have developed a new biodegradable packaging film derived from waste milk proteins designed to replace single-use fossil plastics.

Researchers at Flinders University have developed a new biodegradable packaging film derived from waste milk proteins designed to replace single-use fossil plastics.

Researchers at Flinders University have developed a new biodegradable packaging film derived from waste milk proteins designed to replace single-use fossil plastics.

Belgian bioplastics producer Futerro has postponed the operational launch of its vertically integrated PLA biorefinery in Normandy to 2029 amidst broader European industrial headwinds.

Belgian bioplastics producer Futerro has postponed the operational launch of its vertically integrated PLA biorefinery in Normandy to 2029 amidst broader European industrial headwinds.

Belgian bioplastics producer Futerro has postponed the operational launch of its vertically integrated PLA biorefinery in Normandy to 2029 amidst broader European industrial headwinds.

Balrampur Chini Mills achieves a commercial milestone by securing its first institutional order for sugarcane-derived PLA products from the Lucknow Cantonment Board.

Balrampur Chini Mills Limited has finalized its first commercial institutional order for its new Polylactic Acid manufacturing division, marking a major milestone in its diversification strategy.

The Uttar Pradesh Cabinet has approved Balrampur Chini Mills Limited’s proposal to establish India’s first industrial-scale Polylactic Acid manufacturing facility, utilizing sugar-based feedstock for sustainable plastic production.

TotalEnergies Corbion has selected Vichem as the official distributor for its Luminy PLA resins in Vietnam to expand the reach of biobased materials in the region.

thyssenkrupp Uhde and Praj Industries Ltd. have announced a strategic partnership to deliver an integrated, end-to-end technology for Polylactic Acid (PLA) production, aiming to transform the bioplastics sector and advance the circular bioeconomy.

Roquette utilizes high-purity isosorbide to significantly elevate the glass transition temperature and optical clarity of biobased polycarbonates.

Syclus has announced a significant delay to its renewable ethylene production facility, pushing the expected operational start date to 2030 amid broader sector challenges.

BASF introduces new certified biomass-balanced polyurethane systems designed to reduce product carbon footprints while maintaining identical performance to fossil-based equivalents.

Researchers at IBEC have developed a chitosan-based bioplastic derived from crustacean waste that significantly increases its mechanical strength upon exposure to water.

Researchers at IBEC have developed a chitosan-based bioplastic derived from crustacean waste that significantly increases its mechanical strength upon exposure to water.

Syclus has announced a significant delay to its renewable ethylene production facility, pushing the expected operational start date to 2030 amid broader sector challenges.

Braskem Siam has signed a Letter of Intent with Mitr Phol Bio Fuel for the annual supply of 450 million liters of ethanol, securing crucial feedstock for its pioneering bio-ethylene plant in Thailand set to operate by 2027.

Corbion has officially finalized the divestment of its stake in the TotalEnergies Corbion joint venture, redirecting its focus toward core fermentation and lactic acid capabilities.

Zeon Corporation and Visolis have entered a strategic partnership to accelerate the commercial development of bio-isoprene, a critical sustainable feedstock for synthetic rubber and elastomers.

Ecovia Bio secures significant Series B capital to scale industrial production of its proprietary bio-based superabsorbent polymers and functional ingredients.

Scottish biotechnology firm MiAlgae commences construction on a commercial-scale facility in Grangemouth to transform whisky byproducts into sustainable algal biomass and Omega-3.

Researchers at IBEC have developed a chitosan-based bioplastic derived from crustacean waste that significantly increases its mechanical strength upon exposure to water.

Roquette utilizes high-purity isosorbide to significantly elevate the glass transition temperature and optical clarity of biobased polycarbonates.

Corbion has officially finalized the divestment of its stake in the TotalEnergies Corbion joint venture, redirecting its focus toward core fermentation and lactic acid capabilities.

Roquette utilizes high-purity isosorbide to significantly elevate the glass transition temperature and optical clarity of biobased polycarbonates.

BASF introduces new certified biomass-balanced polyurethane systems designed to reduce product carbon footprints while maintaining identical performance to fossil-based equivalents.

Roquette utilizes high-purity isosorbide to significantly elevate the glass transition temperature and optical clarity of biobased polycarbonates.

Syclus has announced a significant delay to its renewable ethylene production facility, pushing the expected operational start date to 2030 amid broader sector challenges.

EPFL spin-off Bloom successfully scales up its proprietary fractionation technology to produce three tons of biomass-based polyesters, marking a critical step toward industrial commercialization.

The EU-funded UNICO2RN consortium, led by Avantium, has launched a major initiative to scale electrochemical technologies that convert industrial CO2 emissions into sustainable polyester building blocks.

Avantium has reached a major operational milestone by securing ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 certifications for its world-first commercial FDCA flagship plant in Delfzijl.

Packamama secures a capacity reservation agreement with Avantium to utilize ReLeaf PEF for manufacturing the world’s first 100% plant-based, high-barrier wine bottles.

Avantium and Logoplaste have solidified their partnership with a capacity reservation agreement for Avantium’s plant-based, recyclable polymer PEF, branded as ReLeaf®. This deal secures future volumes of ReLeaf for Logoplaste to accelerate sustainable, high-performance packaging innovation across diverse applications.

EPFL spin-off Bloom successfully scales up its proprietary fractionation technology to produce three tons of biomass-based polyesters, marking a critical step toward industrial commercialization.

EPFL spin-off Bloom successfully scales up its proprietary fractionation technology to produce three tons of biomass-based polyesters, marking a critical step toward industrial commercialization.

The Grolman Group has partnered with Seprify to distribute fully biodegradable, cellulose-based additives across the European market, providing a natural alternative to synthetic pigments.

SmartSolve launches PureNil, a proprietary bio-based and water-soluble film designed to eliminate packaging waste by dissolving completely in water.

Researchers at the University of Illinois Chicago have engineered a recyclable, film-like bioplastic derived from agricultural waste to replace petroleum-based shopping bags.

Researchers at the RIKEN Center have developed a supramolecular plastic based on carboxymethyl cellulose that remains stable during use but degrades rapidly in seawater.

A collaborative research team has developed a novel chitin-based material that gains structural strength when hydrated, offering a robust alternative to conventional rigid plastics.

Researchers at the Uzbek Academy of Sciences have developed a water-soluble, antimicrobial biodegradable film using plant polysaccharides and copper ions.

Nutrition brand Live Puri transitions from metal closures to Blue Ocean Closures’ fiber-based NutraCap to improve packaging recyclability and lower carbon footprint.

Lenzing AG acquires a majority stake in TreeToTextile AB to leverage its operational expertise and accelerate the commercial scale-up of novel cellulosic fiber technology.

Tetra Pak allocates €60 million for a new commercial pilot plant to test and scale paper-based barrier technologies, aiming to replace aluminum in aseptic packaging.

Eastman and Kolmar Korea have entered a strategic agreement to develop and expand the use of biodegradable cellulose-based materials in the global personal care market.

Researchers at RIKEN’s Center for Emergent Matter Science (CEMS), led by Takuzo Aida, have developed a robust, flexible, plant-based plastic that rapidly decomposes in natural environments, including saltwater, without forming microplastics. Utilizing inexpensive, FDA-approved ingredients, this material represents a significant advancement towards combating plastic pollution.

The UK’s National Wealth Fund has announced a strategic investment to support Pulpex in constructing its first commercial-scale manufacturing facility for renewable fiber bottles in Scotland.

The EU-funded UNICO2RN consortium, led by Avantium, has launched a major initiative to scale electrochemical technologies that convert industrial CO2 emissions into sustainable polyester building blocks.

Epoch Biodesign has joined the T2T Alliance to advance circular fashion through its proprietary enzymatic recycling technology and the establishment of Europe’s first nylon biorecycling facility.

EPFL spin-off Bloom successfully scales up its proprietary fractionation technology to produce three tons of biomass-based polyesters, marking a critical step toward industrial commercialization.

Epoch Biodesign has joined the T2T Alliance to advance circular fashion through its proprietary enzymatic recycling technology and the establishment of Europe’s first nylon biorecycling facility.

EPFL spin-off Bloom successfully scales up its proprietary fractionation technology to produce three tons of biomass-based polyesters, marking a critical step toward industrial commercialization.

Researchers at the University of Illinois Chicago have engineered a recyclable, film-like bioplastic derived from agricultural waste to replace petroleum-based shopping bags.

Epoch Biodesign has joined the T2T Alliance to advance circular fashion through its proprietary enzymatic recycling technology and the establishment of Europe’s first nylon biorecycling facility.

Epoch Biodesign has joined the T2T Alliance to advance circular fashion through its proprietary enzymatic recycling technology and the establishment of Europe’s first nylon biorecycling facility.

Asahi Kasei will introduce its innovative PFAS-free polyamide compounds and an advanced carbon fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP) recycling technology at the upcoming K 2025 trade fair.

EPFL spin-off Bloom successfully scales up its proprietary fractionation technology to produce three tons of biomass-based polyesters, marking a critical step toward industrial commercialization.

The EU-funded UNICO2RN consortium, led by Avantium, has launched a major initiative to scale electrochemical technologies that convert industrial CO2 emissions into sustainable polyester building blocks.

Epoch Biodesign has joined the T2T Alliance to advance circular fashion through its proprietary enzymatic recycling technology and the establishment of Europe’s first nylon biorecycling facility.

Epoch Biodesign has joined the T2T Alliance to advance circular fashion through its proprietary enzymatic recycling technology and the establishment of Europe’s first nylon biorecycling facility.

Reju has selected New York as the location for its first U.S. facility dedicated to the chemical regeneration of polyester textile waste.

The EU-funded UNICO2RN consortium, led by Avantium, has launched a major initiative to scale electrochemical technologies that convert industrial CO2 emissions into sustainable polyester building blocks.

The TECNALIA-led AHOBAE initiative utilizes artificial intelligence to optimize the bioconversion of urban organic waste into biodegradable polyhydroxybutyrate (PHB).

The Grolman Group has partnered with Seprify to distribute fully biodegradable, cellulose-based additives across the European market, providing a natural alternative to synthetic pigments.

ETB Global is advancing the sustainable rubber industry by establishing its first commercial-scale facility for producing bio-based butadiene from ethanol.

ETB Global is advancing the sustainable rubber industry by establishing its first commercial-scale facility for producing bio-based butadiene from ethanol.

Researchers at KAIST have successfully engineered a novel microorganism capable of efficiently converting methanol into high-value bioplastics, decoupling production from agricultural feedstocks.

ETB Global is advancing the sustainable rubber industry by establishing its first commercial-scale facility for producing bio-based butadiene from ethanol.

Researchers have successfully engineered a bacterial strain capable of converting toxic methanol into biopolymers, enabling cost-effective production from C1 gas feedstocks.

Precision Plants Ltd secures significant funding to accelerate the development and commercialization of biopolymers derived from industrial hemp biomass.

The TECNALIA-led AHOBAE initiative utilizes artificial intelligence to optimize the bioconversion of urban organic waste into biodegradable polyhydroxybutyrate (PHB).

The Grolman Group has partnered with Seprify to distribute fully biodegradable, cellulose-based additives across the European market, providing a natural alternative to synthetic pigments.

Researchers at KAIST have successfully engineered a novel microorganism capable of efficiently converting methanol into high-value bioplastics, decoupling production from agricultural feedstocks.

Researchers at the University of Tuebingen have successfully engineered cyanobacteria to significantly increase the intracellular accumulation of polyhydroxybutyrate (PHB) for industrial applications.

Researchers have successfully engineered a bacterial strain capable of converting toxic methanol into biopolymers, enabling cost-effective production from C1 gas feedstocks.

Researchers at KAIST have successfully engineered a novel microorganism capable of efficiently converting methanol into high-value bioplastics, decoupling production from agricultural feedstocks.

The TECNALIA-led AHOBAE initiative utilizes artificial intelligence to optimize the bioconversion of urban organic waste into biodegradable polyhydroxybutyrate (PHB).

Researchers have engineered a bacterial strain capable of utilizing light energy to convert atmospheric carbon dioxide into biodegradable PHB plastics and biofuels.

Researchers at the University of Tuebingen have successfully engineered cyanobacteria to significantly increase the intracellular accumulation of polyhydroxybutyrate (PHB) for industrial applications.

SmartSolve launches PureNil, a proprietary bio-based and water-soluble film designed to eliminate packaging waste by dissolving completely in water.

The Grolman Group has partnered with Seprify to distribute fully biodegradable, cellulose-based additives across the European market, providing a natural alternative to synthetic pigments.

SmartSolve launches PureNil, a proprietary bio-based and water-soluble film designed to eliminate packaging waste by dissolving completely in water.

Researchers have successfully engineered a bacterial strain capable of converting toxic methanol into biopolymers, enabling cost-effective production from C1 gas feedstocks.

Researchers have engineered a bacterial strain capable of utilizing light energy to convert atmospheric carbon dioxide into biodegradable PHB plastics and biofuels.

Concordia University has significantly upgraded its Genome Foundry and Bioprocessing facilities with a $5 million investment, enhancing its position as a leading Canadian hub for synthetic biology and sustainable biomanufacturing.

ETB Global is advancing the sustainable rubber industry by establishing its first commercial-scale facility for producing bio-based butadiene from ethanol.

Zeon Corporation and Visolis have entered a strategic partnership to accelerate the commercial development of bio-isoprene, a critical sustainable feedstock for synthetic rubber and elastomers.

The TECNALIA-led AHOBAE initiative utilizes artificial intelligence to optimize the bioconversion of urban organic waste into biodegradable polyhydroxybutyrate (PHB).

SmartSolve launches PureNil, a proprietary bio-based and water-soluble film designed to eliminate packaging waste by dissolving completely in water.

Welsh biotech firm Plantsea has successfully secured £350,000 via a community funding round to accelerate the production of its marine-safe, seaweed-derived flexible packaging.

Celanese Corporation has unveiled its newly expanded Auburn Hills technology center, significantly increasing its capacity for developing sustainable polymer formulations and electric vehicle applications.

The EU Commission has issued Regulation 2025/2269 to rectify labeling guidelines for recycled plastics, clarifying the existing framework as the global recycled plastics market is projected to reach USD 190.25 billion by 2035, significantly driven by demand in sustainable automotive interior components.

Balrampur Chini Mills Limited has finalized its first commercial institutional order for its new Polylactic Acid manufacturing division, marking a major milestone in its diversification strategy.

The Uttar Pradesh Cabinet has approved Balrampur Chini Mills Limited’s proposal to establish India’s first industrial-scale Polylactic Acid manufacturing facility, utilizing sugar-based feedstock for sustainable plastic production.

Balrampur Chini Mills will build India’s first large-scale polylactic acid bioplastics plant by October 2026. Operating under Bioyug brand, facility will produce 80,000 tonnes annually from sugarcane.

Balrampur Chini Mills achieves a commercial milestone by securing its first institutional order for sugarcane-derived PLA products from the Lucknow Cantonment Board.

Saskatchewan Polytechnic and EnviroWay successfully demonstrate the use of flax and hemp agricultural residues to create biodegradable bottles for liquid cleaning products.

Tiderock Companies establishes a new subsidiary focused on sustainable infrastructure and the deployment of advanced bio-based construction materials.

Researchers have synthesized a new biodegradable film combining cassava starch with eggshell-derived gelatin to enhance mechanical strength and decomposition rates.

Researchers have synthesized a new biodegradable film combining cassava starch with eggshell-derived gelatin to enhance mechanical strength and decomposition rates.

Researchers have synthesized a new biodegradable film combining cassava starch with eggshell-derived gelatin to enhance mechanical strength and decomposition rates.

Celanese Corporation has unveiled its newly expanded Auburn Hills technology center, significantly increasing its capacity for developing sustainable polymer formulations and electric vehicle applications.

Researchers have synthesized a new biodegradable film combining cassava starch with eggshell-derived gelatin to enhance mechanical strength and decomposition rates.

Celanese Corporation has unveiled its newly expanded Auburn Hills technology center, significantly increasing its capacity for developing sustainable polymer formulations and electric vehicle applications.

Saskatchewan Polytechnic and EnviroWay successfully demonstrate the use of flax and hemp agricultural residues to create biodegradable bottles for liquid cleaning products.

Saskatchewan Polytechnic and EnviroWay successfully demonstrate the use of flax and hemp agricultural residues to create biodegradable bottles for liquid cleaning products.

Saskatchewan Polytechnic and EnviroWay successfully demonstrate the use of flax and hemp agricultural residues to create biodegradable bottles for liquid cleaning products.

Researchers at the University of Illinois Chicago have engineered a recyclable, film-like bioplastic derived from agricultural waste to replace petroleum-based shopping bags.

Balrampur Chini Mills achieves a commercial milestone by securing its first institutional order for sugarcane-derived PLA products from the Lucknow Cantonment Board.

Researchers at the University of Illinois Chicago have engineered a recyclable, film-like bioplastic derived from agricultural waste to replace petroleum-based shopping bags.

The world’s largest international health and beauty retailer has updated its environmental roadmap, targeting a 21% reduction in virgin plastic intensity within its own-brand packaging by 2030.

British company Carbon Cell has developed a carbon-negative, compostable, and plastic-free rigid foam from agricultural waste, offering a sustainable alternative to polystyrene for packaging and insulation.

Braskem America has announced expanded production capacity for its ‘I’m green’ bio-based polyethylene (PE), reinforcing its commitment to sustainable packaging solutions. This move significantly boosts the availability of a plant-based biopolymer for diverse applications.

Win Win Water partners with TotalEnergies Corbion to introduce a 100% plant-based, biodegradable water bottle utilizing Luminy® PLA technology.

Welsh biotech firm Plantsea has successfully secured £350,000 via a community funding round to accelerate the production of its marine-safe, seaweed-derived flexible packaging.

Saskatchewan Polytechnic and EnviroWay successfully demonstrate the use of flax and hemp agricultural residues to create biodegradable bottles for liquid cleaning products.

Welsh biotech firm Plantsea has successfully secured £350,000 via a community funding round to accelerate the production of its marine-safe, seaweed-derived flexible packaging.

Balrampur Chini Mills Limited has finalized its first commercial institutional order for its new Polylactic Acid manufacturing division, marking a major milestone in its diversification strategy.

Celanese Corporation has unveiled its newly expanded Auburn Hills technology center, significantly increasing its capacity for developing sustainable polymer formulations and electric vehicle applications.

Researchers at the University of Illinois Chicago have engineered a recyclable, film-like bioplastic derived from agricultural waste to replace petroleum-based shopping bags.

Researchers at the RIKEN Center have developed a supramolecular plastic based on carboxymethyl cellulose that remains stable during use but degrades rapidly in seawater.

Researchers at the RIKEN Center have developed a supramolecular plastic based on carboxymethyl cellulose that remains stable during use but degrades rapidly in seawater.

Researchers at the RIKEN Center have developed a supramolecular plastic based on carboxymethyl cellulose that remains stable during use but degrades rapidly in seawater.

Biotechnology pioneer Modern Meadow and German tannery HELLER-LEDER launch Innovera Europe to scale the production of bio-based automotive and luxury materials.

Röchling Industrial integrates the operating business of Terbrack Kunststoff to scale up production capabilities for its sustainable Röchling BioConnect product family.

Biotechnology pioneer Modern Meadow and German tannery HELLER-LEDER launch Innovera Europe to scale the production of bio-based automotive and luxury materials.

Biotechnology pioneer Modern Meadow and German tannery HELLER-LEDER launch Innovera Europe to scale the production of bio-based automotive and luxury materials.

Biotechnology pioneer Modern Meadow and German tannery HELLER-LEDER launch Innovera Europe to scale the production of bio-based automotive and luxury materials.

Röchling Industrial integrates the operating business of Terbrack Kunststoff to scale up production capabilities for its sustainable Röchling BioConnect product family.

Röchling Industrial integrates the operating business of Terbrack Kunststoff to scale up production capabilities for its sustainable Röchling BioConnect product family.

Röchling Industrial integrates the operating business of Terbrack Kunststoff to scale up production capabilities for its sustainable Röchling BioConnect product family.

A collaborative research team has developed a novel chitin-based material that gains structural strength when hydrated, offering a robust alternative to conventional rigid plastics.

Irish global packaging group Zeus expands its European manufacturing footprint with the strategic acquisition of Spanish extrusion specialist Koex Packaging Solutions.

Symphony Environmental has entered a strategic consultancy agreement to accelerate the commercial adoption of its d2w biodegradable technology within the Dominican Republic.

A collaborative research team has developed a novel chitin-based material that gains structural strength when hydrated, offering a robust alternative to conventional rigid plastics.

Irish global packaging group Zeus expands its European manufacturing footprint with the strategic acquisition of Spanish extrusion specialist Koex Packaging Solutions.

NEXTCHEM secures a licensing and process design contract in China utilizing its proprietary NX Conser technologies to produce essential intermediates for biodegradable plastics.

NEXTCHEM secures a licensing and process design contract in China utilizing its proprietary NX Conser technologies to produce essential intermediates for biodegradable plastics.

NEXTCHEM secures a licensing and process design contract in China utilizing its proprietary NX Conser technologies to produce essential intermediates for biodegradable plastics.

NEXTCHEM secures a licensing and process design contract in China utilizing its proprietary NX Conser technologies to produce essential intermediates for biodegradable plastics.

NEXTCHEM secures a licensing and process design contract in China utilizing its proprietary NX Conser technologies to produce essential intermediates for biodegradable plastics.

The University of Münster initiates the PerPlacsBio project to rigorously assess the in-soil degradation rates and ecological impact of biodegradable agricultural mulch films.

NEXTCHEM secures a licensing and process design contract in China utilizing its proprietary NX Conser technologies to produce essential intermediates for biodegradable plastics.

A collaborative research team has developed a novel chitin-based material that gains structural strength when hydrated, offering a robust alternative to conventional rigid plastics.

Symphony Environmental has entered a strategic consultancy agreement to accelerate the commercial adoption of its d2w biodegradable technology within the Dominican Republic.

Irish global packaging group Zeus expands its European manufacturing footprint with the strategic acquisition of Spanish extrusion specialist Koex Packaging Solutions.

Zeon Corporation and Visolis have entered a strategic partnership to accelerate the commercial development of bio-isoprene, a critical sustainable feedstock for synthetic rubber and elastomers.

Zeon Corporation and Visolis have entered a strategic partnership to accelerate the commercial development of bio-isoprene, a critical sustainable feedstock for synthetic rubber and elastomers.

Researchers at the Uzbek Academy of Sciences have developed a water-soluble, antimicrobial biodegradable film using plant polysaccharides and copper ions.

Inteplast Group expands its sustainable packaging portfolio by acquiring STA to integrate high-performance, eco-friendly over-laminates and coatings into its film production lines.

Global packaging leader Mondi collaborates with biotech innovator Kelpi to test seaweed-based coatings for renewable, plastic-free wet wipe sachets.

Researchers at the Uzbek Academy of Sciences have developed a water-soluble, antimicrobial biodegradable film using plant polysaccharides and copper ions.

Inteplast Group expands its sustainable packaging portfolio by acquiring STA to integrate high-performance, eco-friendly over-laminates and coatings into its film production lines.

Inteplast Group expands its sustainable packaging portfolio by acquiring STA to integrate high-performance, eco-friendly over-laminates and coatings into its film production lines.

Researchers at the Uzbek Academy of Sciences have developed a water-soluble, antimicrobial biodegradable film using plant polysaccharides and copper ions.

Inteplast Group expands its sustainable packaging portfolio by acquiring STA to integrate high-performance, eco-friendly over-laminates and coatings into its film production lines.

The Uttar Pradesh Cabinet has approved Balrampur Chini Mills Limited’s proposal to establish India’s first industrial-scale Polylactic Acid manufacturing facility, utilizing sugar-based feedstock for sustainable plastic production.

Researchers at the Uzbek Academy of Sciences have developed a water-soluble, antimicrobial biodegradable film using plant polysaccharides and copper ions.

Cortec Corporation has launched a new high-performance biobased acrylic coating that integrates proprietary corrosion inhibition technology with renewable raw materials.

AkzoNobel and Arkema successfully commercialize a high-performance bio-based marine coating utilizing renewable castor bean derivatives to reduce maritime emissions.

Cortec Corporation has launched a new high-performance biobased acrylic coating that integrates proprietary corrosion inhibition technology with renewable raw materials.

AkzoNobel and Arkema successfully commercialize a high-performance bio-based marine coating utilizing renewable castor bean derivatives to reduce maritime emissions.

Arkema is set to unveil its advanced portfolio of castor-based polymers for the eyewear industry at the MIDO 2026 exhibition in Milan.

AkzoNobel and Arkema successfully commercialize a high-performance bio-based marine coating utilizing renewable castor bean derivatives to reduce maritime emissions.

Arkema is set to unveil its advanced portfolio of castor-based polymers for the eyewear industry at the MIDO 2026 exhibition in Milan.

Cortec Corporation has launched a new high-performance biobased acrylic coating that integrates proprietary corrosion inhibition technology with renewable raw materials.

AkzoNobel and Arkema successfully commercialize a high-performance bio-based marine coating utilizing renewable castor bean derivatives to reduce maritime emissions.

AkzoNobel and Arkema successfully commercialize a high-performance bio-based marine coating utilizing renewable castor bean derivatives to reduce maritime emissions.

Arkema is set to unveil its advanced portfolio of castor-based polymers for the eyewear industry at the MIDO 2026 exhibition in Milan.

Cortec Corporation has launched a new high-performance biobased acrylic coating that integrates proprietary corrosion inhibition technology with renewable raw materials.

Cortec Corporation has launched a new high-performance biobased acrylic coating that integrates proprietary corrosion inhibition technology with renewable raw materials.

Henkel collaborates with Sekab to integrate sustainable, bio-based intermediates into its adhesive formulations to significantly reduce carbon footprints.

Henkel collaborates with Sekab to integrate sustainable, bio-based intermediates into its adhesive formulations to significantly reduce carbon footprints.

Henkel collaborates with Sekab to integrate sustainable, bio-based intermediates into its adhesive formulations to significantly reduce carbon footprints.

German biotech innovator Twogee Biotech has raised €2.2 million in Seed funding to scale its proprietary technology for converting organic waste into sustainable bio-based building blocks.

Erg Bio has successfully secured $6.5 million in a seed funding round to accelerate the scale-up of its Aspire™ Technology, which converts agricultural and forestry wastes into sustainable aviation fuels and vital bio-based chemicals.

New market intelligence indicates that high-strength automotive bioplastics have overcome critical durability and heat-resistance thresholds, signalling readiness for mass commercial adoption.

New market intelligence indicates that high-strength automotive bioplastics have overcome critical durability and heat-resistance thresholds, signalling readiness for mass commercial adoption.

Nutrition brand Live Puri transitions from metal closures to Blue Ocean Closures’ fiber-based NutraCap to improve packaging recyclability and lower carbon footprint.

Blue Ocean Closures (BOC) has announced a significant breakthrough

Blue Ocean Closures announced its fiber screw caps now cost-competitive with fossil plastic caps while having lower energy consumption in production, marking sustainability milestone in packaging.

DFX Corp has acquired MycoWorks, the pioneer behind Fine Mycelium technology, to accelerate the global scaling of high-performance bio-based materials.

Nutrition brand Live Puri transitions from metal closures to Blue Ocean Closures’ fiber-based NutraCap to improve packaging recyclability and lower carbon footprint.

The UK’s National Wealth Fund has announced a strategic investment to support Pulpex in constructing its first commercial-scale manufacturing facility for renewable fiber bottles in Scotland.

New market intelligence indicates that high-strength automotive bioplastics have overcome critical durability and heat-resistance thresholds, signalling readiness for mass commercial adoption.

DFX Corp has acquired MycoWorks, the pioneer behind Fine Mycelium technology, to accelerate the global scaling of high-performance bio-based materials.

Leaf Bio has secured regulatory approval in China for its Polyethylene Furanoate (PEF) material, authorizing its use in direct food contact packaging applications.

Henkel collaborates with Sekab to integrate sustainable, bio-based intermediates into its adhesive formulations to significantly reduce carbon footprints.

New market intelligence indicates that high-strength automotive bioplastics have overcome critical durability and heat-resistance thresholds, signalling readiness for mass commercial adoption.

Leaf Bio has secured regulatory approval in China for its Polyethylene Furanoate (PEF) material, authorizing its use in direct food contact packaging applications.

Nutrition brand Live Puri transitions from metal closures to Blue Ocean Closures’ fiber-based NutraCap to improve packaging recyclability and lower carbon footprint.

DFX Corp has acquired MycoWorks, the pioneer behind Fine Mycelium technology, to accelerate the global scaling of high-performance bio-based materials.

DFX Corp has acquired MycoWorks, the pioneer behind Fine Mycelium technology, to accelerate the global scaling of high-performance bio-based materials.

Nutrition brand Live Puri transitions from metal closures to Blue Ocean Closures’ fiber-based NutraCap to improve packaging recyclability and lower carbon footprint.

Leaf Bio has secured regulatory approval in China for its Polyethylene Furanoate (PEF) material, authorizing its use in direct food contact packaging applications.

Packamama secures a capacity reservation agreement with Avantium to utilize ReLeaf PEF for manufacturing the world’s first 100% plant-based, high-barrier wine bottles.

Avantium and Logoplaste have solidified their partnership with a capacity reservation agreement for Avantium’s plant-based, recyclable polymer PEF, branded as ReLeaf®. This deal secures future volumes of ReLeaf for Logoplaste to accelerate sustainable, high-performance packaging innovation across diverse applications.

DFX Corp has acquired MycoWorks, the pioneer behind Fine Mycelium technology, to accelerate the global scaling of high-performance bio-based materials.

Henkel collaborates with Sekab to integrate sustainable, bio-based intermediates into its adhesive formulations to significantly reduce carbon footprints.

Mizuno Corporation has completed the installation of artificial turf utilizing Kaneka’s Green Planet PHA biopolymer at Vantelin Dome Nagoya to mitigate microplastic pollution.

Mizuno Corporation has completed the installation of artificial turf utilizing Kaneka’s Green Planet PHA biopolymer at Vantelin Dome Nagoya to mitigate microplastic pollution.

Mizuno Corporation has completed the installation of artificial turf utilizing Kaneka’s Green Planet PHA biopolymer at Vantelin Dome Nagoya to mitigate microplastic pollution.

Sony Corporation collaborates with Neste to operationalize the world’s first global supply chain integrating renewable hydrocarbons into high-performance electronic device manufacturing.

Sony Corporation collaborates with Neste to operationalize the world’s first global supply chain integrating renewable hydrocarbons into high-performance electronic device manufacturing.

Sony Corporation collaborates with Neste to operationalize the world’s first global supply chain integrating renewable hydrocarbons into high-performance electronic device manufacturing.

Sony Corporation collaborates with Neste to operationalize the world’s first global supply chain integrating renewable hydrocarbons into high-performance electronic device manufacturing.

Abundia Global Impact Group has selected Burns & McDonnell to provide front-end engineering design services for its new waste-to-value facility in Texas.

Swiss lightweighting specialist Bcomp has partnered with Indian EV manufacturer Ather Energy to integrate flax-based ampliTex composites into the body panels of the Ather 450 Apex scooter.

Swiss lightweighting specialist Bcomp has partnered with Indian EV manufacturer Ather Energy to integrate flax-based ampliTex composites into the body panels of the Ather 450 Apex scooter.

Swiss lightweighting specialist Bcomp has partnered with Indian EV manufacturer Ather Energy to integrate flax-based ampliTex composites into the body panels of the Ather 450 Apex scooter.

Abundia Global Impact Group has selected Burns & McDonnell to provide front-end engineering design services for its new waste-to-value facility in Texas.

Swiss lightweighting specialist Bcomp has partnered with Indian EV manufacturer Ather Energy to integrate flax-based ampliTex composites into the body panels of the Ather 450 Apex scooter.

Chugai Pharmaceutical has successfully developed a prototype multilayer press-through package incorporating biomass-derived plastics to reduce the carbon footprint of drug delivery systems.

Chugai Pharmaceutical has successfully developed a prototype multilayer press-through package incorporating biomass-derived plastics to reduce the carbon footprint of drug delivery systems.

Chugai Pharmaceutical has successfully developed a prototype multilayer press-through package incorporating biomass-derived plastics to reduce the carbon footprint of drug delivery systems.

Chugai Pharmaceutical has successfully developed a prototype multilayer press-through package incorporating biomass-derived plastics to reduce the carbon footprint of drug delivery systems.

ExxonMobil expands its Baytown facility to solidify its status as one of the world’s largest advanced recycling hubs, utilizing proprietary technology to convert plastic waste into circular polymers.

Ecovia Bio secures significant Series B capital to scale industrial production of its proprietary bio-based superabsorbent polymers and functional ingredients.

ExxonMobil expands its Baytown facility to solidify its status as one of the world’s largest advanced recycling hubs, utilizing proprietary technology to convert plastic waste into circular polymers.

ExxonMobil expands its Baytown facility to solidify its status as one of the world’s largest advanced recycling hubs, utilizing proprietary technology to convert plastic waste into circular polymers.

SABIC debuts new LNP LUBRICOMP compounds at MD&M West, offering a biocompatible, PFAS-free alternative to fluoropolymers for medical tubing applications.

SABIC debuts new LNP LUBRICOMP compounds at MD&M West, offering a biocompatible, PFAS-free alternative to fluoropolymers for medical tubing applications.

Plastics Recyclers Europe has released comprehensive data mapping the installed capacity and diverse technologies of recycling facilities across the continent to benchmark progress against 2030 targets.

SABIC debuts new LNP LUBRICOMP compounds at MD&M West, offering a biocompatible, PFAS-free alternative to fluoropolymers for medical tubing applications.

Plastics Recyclers Europe has released comprehensive data mapping the installed capacity and diverse technologies of recycling facilities across the continent to benchmark progress against 2030 targets.

SABIC debuts new LNP LUBRICOMP compounds at MD&M West, offering a biocompatible, PFAS-free alternative to fluoropolymers for medical tubing applications.

Asahi Kasei will introduce its innovative PFAS-free polyamide compounds and an advanced carbon fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP) recycling technology at the upcoming K 2025 trade fair.

Plastics Recyclers Europe has released comprehensive data mapping the installed capacity and diverse technologies of recycling facilities across the continent to benchmark progress against 2030 targets.

Ecovia Bio secures significant Series B capital to scale industrial production of its proprietary bio-based superabsorbent polymers and functional ingredients.

SABIC debuts new LNP LUBRICOMP compounds at MD&M West, offering a biocompatible, PFAS-free alternative to fluoropolymers for medical tubing applications.

SABIC has announced a strategic divestment of its traditional European plastics units to accelerate its transition toward a high-growth, bio-based, and circular product portfolio.

SABIC introduced the first certified renewable-grade ULTEM resin, a bio-based engineering plastic with high heat resistance and mechanical strength for electronics and aerospace applications.

Ecovia Bio secures significant Series B capital to scale industrial production of its proprietary bio-based superabsorbent polymers and functional ingredients.

The Lego Group initiates operations at its $1 billion carbon-neutral facility in Vietnam, significantly scaling the molding of bio-polyethylene and mass-balance sustainable materials for the Asian market.

SUSMATA launches NOTPLAST, a fully bio-based and biodegradable material alternative designed to eliminate microplastic pollution in packaging and industrial applications.

Eastman and Kolmar Korea have entered a strategic agreement to develop and expand the use of biodegradable cellulose-based materials in the global personal care market.

Lubrizol has launched new readily biodegradable polymers, Carbopol® BioSense Polymer and Sensomer™ Cassia 115 Polymer, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable chemistry in personal care and other industries.

Precision Plants Ltd secures significant funding to accelerate the development and commercialization of biopolymers derived from industrial hemp biomass.

German biotech innovator Twogee Biotech has raised €2.2 million in Seed funding to scale its proprietary technology for converting organic waste into sustainable bio-based building blocks.

Lenzing AG acquires a majority stake in TreeToTextile AB to leverage its operational expertise and accelerate the commercial scale-up of novel cellulosic fiber technology.

Novamont and project partners report significant progress in the WOOD4PLASTIC initiative, successfully converting underutilized hardwood residues into biodegradable plastic applications.

Precision Plants Ltd secures significant funding to accelerate the development and commercialization of biopolymers derived from industrial hemp biomass.

The Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation in Kansas has successfully manufactured its first line of bioplastic products using industrial hemp grown on tribal lands, marking a significant step in their vertically integrated agricultural strategy.

Lenzing AG acquires a majority stake in TreeToTextile AB to leverage its operational expertise and accelerate the commercial scale-up of novel cellulosic fiber technology.

The Lego Group initiates operations at its $1 billion carbon-neutral facility in Vietnam, significantly scaling the molding of bio-polyethylene and mass-balance sustainable materials for the Asian market.

Lenzing AG acquires a majority stake in TreeToTextile AB to leverage its operational expertise and accelerate the commercial scale-up of novel cellulosic fiber technology.

Novamont and project partners report significant progress in the WOOD4PLASTIC initiative, successfully converting underutilized hardwood residues into biodegradable plastic applications.

SUSMATA launches NOTPLAST, a fully bio-based and biodegradable material alternative designed to eliminate microplastic pollution in packaging and industrial applications.

Novamont and project partners report significant progress in the WOOD4PLASTIC initiative, successfully converting underutilized hardwood residues into biodegradable plastic applications.

Novamont obtained certificate of conformity with EU Fertilizer Regulation 2019/1009 for its Mater-Bi bioplastic, enabling new applications in the agricultural sector and expanding market opportunities.

Italian bioplastics pioneer Novamont introduces a revolutionary film that biodegrades in marine environments within 6 months.

Precision Plants Ltd secures significant funding to accelerate the development and commercialization of biopolymers derived from industrial hemp biomass.

SUSMATA launches NOTPLAST, a fully bio-based and biodegradable material alternative designed to eliminate microplastic pollution in packaging and industrial applications.

Lenzing AG acquires a majority stake in TreeToTextile AB to leverage its operational expertise and accelerate the commercial scale-up of novel cellulosic fiber technology.

Lenzing AG acquires a majority stake in TreeToTextile AB to leverage its operational expertise and accelerate the commercial scale-up of novel cellulosic fiber technology.

Novamont and project partners report significant progress in the WOOD4PLASTIC initiative, successfully converting underutilized hardwood residues into biodegradable plastic applications.

Researchers at the University of Missouri have developed a genetically modified algae strain capable of metabolizing microplastics and converting them into biodegradable biopolymers.

Researchers at the University of Missouri have utilized genetically modified algae strains to synthesize biodegradable polymers, offering a scalable, carbon-negative alternative to traditional plastics.

Researchers at the University of Missouri have utilized genetically modified algae strains to synthesize biodegradable polymers, offering a scalable, carbon-negative alternative to traditional plastics.

Researchers at the University of Missouri have developed a genetically modified algae strain capable of metabolizing microplastics and converting them into biodegradable biopolymers.

Researchers at the University of Missouri have developed a genetically modified algae strain capable of metabolizing microplastics and converting them into biodegradable biopolymers.

Researchers at the University of Missouri have utilized genetically modified algae strains to synthesize biodegradable polymers, offering a scalable, carbon-negative alternative to traditional plastics.

Researchers at the University of Missouri have developed a genetically modified algae strain capable of metabolizing microplastics and converting them into biodegradable biopolymers.

Låkril Technologies has successfully commissioned its first continuous pilot plant for converting lactic acid into bio-acrylic acid, validating the scalability of its proprietary catalyst technology.

Researchers have engineered a bacterial strain capable of utilizing light energy to convert atmospheric carbon dioxide into biodegradable PHB plastics and biofuels.

TotalEnergies’ Grandpuits platform in France is undergoing a major €500 million conversion to become a zero-crude facility by mid-2025, focusing on sustainable aviation fuel, plastic recycling, and renewable energy production.

Låkril Technologies has successfully commissioned its first continuous pilot plant for converting lactic acid into bio-acrylic acid, validating the scalability of its proprietary catalyst technology.

Låkril Technologies has successfully commissioned its first continuous pilot plant for converting lactic acid into bio-acrylic acid, validating the scalability of its proprietary catalyst technology.

Team ColdForm from the University of Washington secures essential startup funding for a novel additive designed to enhance the biodegradation of packaging materials.

Team ColdForm from the University of Washington secures essential startup funding for a novel additive designed to enhance the biodegradation of packaging materials.

Team ColdForm from the University of Washington secures essential startup funding for a novel additive designed to enhance the biodegradation of packaging materials.

The world’s largest international health and beauty retailer has updated its environmental roadmap, targeting a 21% reduction in virgin plastic intensity within its own-brand packaging by 2030.

Solvay has officially opened its new facility in Italy dedicated to producing bio-circular silica derived from rice husk ash, marking a major step forward in sustainable tire reinforcement.

The Poonawalla Group has strategically invested in Regeno to accelerate the production of biodegradable, non-toxic alternatives to single-use plastics.

Tiderock Companies establishes a new subsidiary focused on sustainable infrastructure and the deployment of advanced bio-based construction materials.

The Poonawalla Group has strategically invested in Regeno to accelerate the production of biodegradable, non-toxic alternatives to single-use plastics.

The world’s largest international health and beauty retailer has updated its environmental roadmap, targeting a 21% reduction in virgin plastic intensity within its own-brand packaging by 2030.

Indorama Ventures has officially completed the sale of its indirect subsidiary UCY Polymers CZ as part of a strategic portfolio optimization.

ALPLA and NTCP are piloting a solvent-based process in the Netherlands to produce food-safe recycled HDPE, supported by a Dutch government grant, aiming for industrial scale by 2030.

Agilyx has completed the acquisition of a 44% stake in GreenDot Global, a significant move to strengthen its European market presence and establish a global platform for supplying feedstock to the advanced recycling industry.

Asahi Kasei will introduce its innovative PFAS-free polyamide compounds and an advanced carbon fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP) recycling technology at the upcoming K 2025 trade fair.

ETG Bio Green Polymer has secured a 50-year land lease with KEZAD Group to establish a AED 150 million bioplastic and recycling facility in Abu Dhabi.

The Poonawalla Group has strategically invested in Regeno to accelerate the production of biodegradable, non-toxic alternatives to single-use plastics.

Solvay has officially opened its new facility in Italy dedicated to producing bio-circular silica derived from rice husk ash, marking a major step forward in sustainable tire reinforcement.

Solvay has officially opened its new facility in Italy dedicated to producing bio-circular silica derived from rice husk ash, marking a major step forward in sustainable tire reinforcement.

Tiderock Companies establishes a new subsidiary focused on sustainable infrastructure and the deployment of advanced bio-based construction materials.

Tiderock Companies appoints William Waldrop as CEO to spearhead continued expansion in sustainable industrial materials and technology holdings.

Solvay has officially opened its new facility in Italy dedicated to producing bio-circular silica derived from rice husk ash, marking a major step forward in sustainable tire reinforcement.

German biotech innovator Twogee Biotech has raised €2.2 million in Seed funding to scale its proprietary technology for converting organic waste into sustainable bio-based building blocks.

Tiderock Companies establishes a new subsidiary focused on sustainable infrastructure and the deployment of advanced bio-based construction materials.

Tetra Pak allocates €60 million for a new commercial pilot plant to test and scale paper-based barrier technologies, aiming to replace aluminum in aseptic packaging.

Researchers at the University of Tuebingen have successfully engineered cyanobacteria to significantly increase the intracellular accumulation of polyhydroxybutyrate (PHB) for industrial applications.

Tetra Pak allocates €60 million for a new commercial pilot plant to test and scale paper-based barrier technologies, aiming to replace aluminum in aseptic packaging.

Tetra Pak allocates €60 million for a new commercial pilot plant to test and scale paper-based barrier technologies, aiming to replace aluminum in aseptic packaging.

Researchers at the University of Tuebingen have successfully engineered cyanobacteria to significantly increase the intracellular accumulation of polyhydroxybutyrate (PHB) for industrial applications.

Octarine Bio raises €5 million to accelerate the industrial scaling of its precision-fermented, non-toxic pigment platform for sustainable material applications.

Indorama Ventures expands its Trevira CS portfolio by incorporating chemically recycled PET into flame-retardant yarns without compromising safety standards.

Indorama Ventures expands its Trevira CS portfolio by incorporating chemically recycled PET into flame-retardant yarns without compromising safety standards.

Indorama Ventures has officially completed the sale of its indirect subsidiary UCY Polymers CZ as part of a strategic portfolio optimization.

Octarine Bio raises €5 million to accelerate the industrial scaling of its precision-fermented, non-toxic pigment platform for sustainable material applications.

Indorama Ventures expands its Trevira CS portfolio by incorporating chemically recycled PET into flame-retardant yarns without compromising safety standards.

Reju has selected New York as the location for its first U.S. facility dedicated to the chemical regeneration of polyester textile waste.

Octarine Bio raises €5 million to accelerate the industrial scaling of its precision-fermented, non-toxic pigment platform for sustainable material applications.

Indorama Ventures expands its Trevira CS portfolio by incorporating chemically recycled PET into flame-retardant yarns without compromising safety standards.

Researchers at the University of Rochester utilize tungsten carbide to create a cost-effective, platinum-mimicking catalyst for efficient plastic waste dehydrogenation.

Plastipak and Michigan State University have inaugurated a state-of-the-art processing lab designed to accelerate sustainable packaging research and student training.

Plastipak and Michigan State University have inaugurated a state-of-the-art processing lab designed to accelerate sustainable packaging research and student training.

Researchers at the University of Rochester utilize tungsten carbide to create a cost-effective, platinum-mimicking catalyst for efficient plastic waste dehydrogenation.

Researchers at the University of Rochester utilize tungsten carbide to create a cost-effective, platinum-mimicking catalyst for efficient plastic waste dehydrogenation.

Researchers at the University of Rochester utilize tungsten carbide to create a cost-effective, platinum-mimicking catalyst for efficient plastic waste dehydrogenation.

Lawson adopts Mitsui Chemicals’ mass-balance biomass plastics for store products in a major push toward circularity in the retail sector.

Kemvera has advanced the commercialization of its proprietary photocatalytic platform by securing key engineering and site milestones for a new U.S. facility producing bio-acetic acid and bio-ethyl acetate.

Kemvera has finalized the engineering design for its first commercial-scale facility dedicated to producing low-carbon bio-acetic acid and bio-ethyl acetate.

Kemvera has advanced the commercialization of its proprietary photocatalytic platform by securing key engineering and site milestones for a new U.S. facility producing bio-acetic acid and bio-ethyl acetate.

Kemvera has finalized the engineering design for its first commercial-scale facility dedicated to producing low-carbon bio-acetic acid and bio-ethyl acetate.

Lawson adopts Mitsui Chemicals’ mass-balance biomass plastics for store products in a major push toward circularity in the retail sector.

Novonor concludes its divestment strategy by agreeing to sell its controlling interest in petrochemical giant Braskem to private equity firm IG4 Capital for BRL 20 billion.

Lawson adopts Mitsui Chemicals’ mass-balance biomass plastics for store products in a major push toward circularity in the retail sector.

Global packaging leader Mondi collaborates with biotech innovator Kelpi to test seaweed-based coatings for renewable, plastic-free wet wipe sachets.

Kemvera has advanced the commercialization of its proprietary photocatalytic platform by securing key engineering and site milestones for a new U.S. facility producing bio-acetic acid and bio-ethyl acetate.

Kemvera has finalized the engineering design for its first commercial-scale facility dedicated to producing low-carbon bio-acetic acid and bio-ethyl acetate.

Lawson integrates Mitsui Chemicals’ mass-balance bio-based polyethylene into its retail packaging to reduce carbon footprint without compromising material performance.

Lawson adopts Mitsui Chemicals’ mass-balance biomass plastics for store products in a major push toward circularity in the retail sector.

Lawson integrates Mitsui Chemicals’ mass-balance bio-based polyethylene into its retail packaging to reduce carbon footprint without compromising material performance.

Lawson adopts Mitsui Chemicals’ mass-balance biomass plastics for store products in a major push toward circularity in the retail sector.

Idemitsu Kosan and Mitsubishi Electric form an alliance to integrate mass-balance biomass plastics into household appliances, aiming to reduce industrial carbon footprints.

Lawson integrates Mitsui Chemicals’ mass-balance bio-based polyethylene into its retail packaging to reduce carbon footprint without compromising material performance.

Lawson adopts Mitsui Chemicals’ mass-balance biomass plastics for store products in a major push toward circularity in the retail sector.

Global packaging leader Mondi collaborates with biotech innovator Kelpi to test seaweed-based coatings for renewable, plastic-free wet wipe sachets.

Kemvera has advanced the commercialization of its proprietary photocatalytic platform by securing key engineering and site milestones for a new U.S. facility producing bio-acetic acid and bio-ethyl acetate.

Kemvera has finalized the engineering design for its first commercial-scale facility dedicated to producing low-carbon bio-acetic acid and bio-ethyl acetate.

Lawson integrates Mitsui Chemicals’ mass-balance bio-based polyethylene into its retail packaging to reduce carbon footprint without compromising material performance.

Global packaging leader Mondi collaborates with biotech innovator Kelpi to test seaweed-based coatings for renewable, plastic-free wet wipe sachets.

Global packaging leader Mondi collaborates with biotech innovator Kelpi to test seaweed-based coatings for renewable, plastic-free wet wipe sachets.

Eastman and Kolmar Korea have entered a strategic agreement to develop and expand the use of biodegradable cellulose-based materials in the global personal care market.

Arkema is set to unveil its advanced portfolio of castor-based polymers for the eyewear industry at the MIDO 2026 exhibition in Milan.

The Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation in Kansas has successfully manufactured its first line of bioplastic products using industrial hemp grown on tribal lands, marking a significant step in their vertically integrated agricultural strategy.

Eastman and Kolmar Korea have entered a strategic agreement to develop and expand the use of biodegradable cellulose-based materials in the global personal care market.

Arkema is set to unveil its advanced portfolio of castor-based polymers for the eyewear industry at the MIDO 2026 exhibition in Milan.

Arkema is set to unveil its advanced portfolio of castor-based polymers for the eyewear industry at the MIDO 2026 exhibition in Milan.

Eastman and Kolmar Korea have entered a strategic agreement to develop and expand the use of biodegradable cellulose-based materials in the global personal care market.

The Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation in Kansas has successfully manufactured its first line of bioplastic products using industrial hemp grown on tribal lands, marking a significant step in their vertically integrated agricultural strategy.

The Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation in Kansas has successfully manufactured its first line of bioplastic products using industrial hemp grown on tribal lands, marking a significant step in their vertically integrated agricultural strategy.

Arkema is set to unveil its advanced portfolio of castor-based polymers for the eyewear industry at the MIDO 2026 exhibition in Milan.

Fraunhofer IPMS has unveiled a compact hyperspectral camera integrated with AI to enable real-time identification and sorting of various plastics during recycling processes.

Fraunhofer IPMS has unveiled a compact hyperspectral camera integrated with AI to enable real-time identification and sorting of various plastics during recycling processes.

Austrian masterbatch specialist Gabriel-Chemie expands its presence in East Africa with the inauguration of a new sales subsidiary in Nairobi, Kenya.

Fraunhofer IPMS has unveiled a compact hyperspectral camera integrated with AI to enable real-time identification and sorting of various plastics during recycling processes.

Austrian masterbatch specialist Gabriel-Chemie expands its presence in East Africa with the inauguration of a new sales subsidiary in Nairobi, Kenya.

The University of Münster initiates the PerPlacsBio project to rigorously assess the in-soil degradation rates and ecological impact of biodegradable agricultural mulch films.

The University of Münster initiates the PerPlacsBio project to rigorously assess the in-soil degradation rates and ecological impact of biodegradable agricultural mulch films.

Braskem unveils a specialized grade of its sugarcane-derived polyethylene designed to meet the rigorous safety and performance standards of the pharmaceutical packaging industry.

Fraunhofer IPMS has unveiled a compact hyperspectral camera integrated with AI to enable real-time identification and sorting of various plastics during recycling processes.

The University of Münster initiates the PerPlacsBio project to rigorously assess the in-soil degradation rates and ecological impact of biodegradable agricultural mulch films.

Fraunhofer IPMS has unveiled a compact hyperspectral camera integrated with AI to enable real-time identification and sorting of various plastics during recycling processes.

Braskem unveils a specialized grade of its sugarcane-derived polyethylene designed to meet the rigorous safety and performance standards of the pharmaceutical packaging industry.

The University of Münster initiates the PerPlacsBio project to rigorously assess the in-soil degradation rates and ecological impact of biodegradable agricultural mulch films.

Borealis allocates €49 million to upgrade its Burghausen polypropylene plant to enhance the production of circular and bio-based polymer grades.

Borealis has announced a €49 million investment at its Burghausen site in Germany to upgrade facilities for the advanced design and production of circular polymers.

Borealis allocates €49 million to upgrade its Burghausen polypropylene plant to enhance the production of circular and bio-based polymer grades.

Colesco Capital has unveiled a new impact credit fund designed to finance European mid-market companies driving the transition to circular industrial models.

Borealis allocates €49 million to upgrade its Burghausen polypropylene plant to enhance the production of circular and bio-based polymer grades.

Blue Circle Olefins and Ducor Petrochemicals have announced a strategic partnership to establish a fully circular polypropylene value chain, targeting an 80% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by supplying bio-based and carbon-recycled polypropylene.

Reju has selected New York as the location for its first U.S. facility dedicated to the chemical regeneration of polyester textile waste.

Indorama Ventures has officially completed the sale of its indirect subsidiary UCY Polymers CZ as part of a strategic portfolio optimization.

Beijing Zhongke Kelan New Material Technology has successfully secured Pre-Series A funding and reached a critical construction milestone for its pilot production facility, accelerating the commercialization of high-performance bioplastic solutions.

Idemitsu Kosan has finalized the construction of a commercial chemical recycling facility at its Chiba Complex designed to convert used plastics into raw feedstock.

Idemitsu Kosan has finalized the construction of a commercial chemical recycling facility at its Chiba Complex designed to convert used plastics into raw feedstock.

Idemitsu Kosan and Mitsubishi Electric form an alliance to integrate mass-balance biomass plastics into household appliances, aiming to reduce industrial carbon footprints.

Packamama secures a capacity reservation agreement with Avantium to utilize ReLeaf PEF for manufacturing the world’s first 100% plant-based, high-barrier wine bottles.

Packamama secures a capacity reservation agreement with Avantium to utilize ReLeaf PEF for manufacturing the world’s first 100% plant-based, high-barrier wine bottles.

Packamama secures a capacity reservation agreement with Avantium to utilize ReLeaf PEF for manufacturing the world’s first 100% plant-based, high-barrier wine bottles.

Avantium and Logoplaste have solidified their partnership with a capacity reservation agreement for Avantium’s plant-based, recyclable polymer PEF, branded as ReLeaf®. This deal secures future volumes of ReLeaf for Logoplaste to accelerate sustainable, high-performance packaging innovation across diverse applications.

Teysha Technologies has been awarded the prestigious $500,000 Hill Prize for its innovative AggiePol® technology, a sustainable, BPA-free alternative to traditional petroleum-based plastics.

Vioneo has announced the relocation of its flagship 300,000 t/yr bio-based polymer production facility to China, a strategic move aimed at leveraging local infrastructure and the world’s largest plastics market.

BEAM Circular has announced the strategic acquisition of a gas fermentation firm to accelerate the production of bio-based materials from industrial and agricultural emissions.

Primient has finalized the acquisition of the remaining stake in the Primient Covation joint venture, solidifying its leadership in the production of high-performance, bio-based materials like Susterra® propanediol.

Radicle Growth has unveiled a new global competition designed to accelerate the development of corn-derived bioplastics, offering significant investment to innovators in the sustainable materials space.

A research team at Japan’s RIKEN Center for Emergent Matter Science has successfully developed a high-performance cellulose-based plastic that fully decomposes in marine environments, providing a sustainable alternative to traditional petroleum-based polymers.

Zeopore and BioBTX have achieved a significant breakthrough in chemical recycling by combining advanced zeolite catalysts with innovative process technology to maximize the yield of circular aromatics from mixed plastic waste.

BioBTX has successfully secured over €80 million in funding to construct the world’s first commercia

Zeopore and BioBTX have achieved a significant breakthrough in chemical recycling by combining advanced zeolite catalysts with innovative process technology to maximize the yield of circular aromatics from mixed plastic waste.

Hugo Boss has partnered with Jiaren Recycling and NBC LLC to unveil NovaPoly™, a breakthrough degradable yarn featured in high-performance tennis apparel at the 2026 Australian Open.

Hugo Boss has partnered with Jiaren Recycling and NBC LLC to unveil NovaPoly™, a breakthrough degradable yarn featured in high-performance tennis apparel at the 2026 Australian Open.

Hugo Boss has partnered with Jiaren Recycling and NBC LLC to unveil NovaPoly™, a breakthrough degradable yarn featured in high-performance tennis apparel at the 2026 Australian Open.

Zeopore and BioBTX have achieved a significant breakthrough in chemical recycling by combining advanced zeolite catalysts with innovative process technology to maximize the yield of circular aromatics from mixed plastic waste.

Zeopore and BioBTX have achieved a significant breakthrough in chemical recycling by combining advanced zeolite catalysts with innovative process technology to maximize the yield of circular aromatics from mixed plastic waste.

Aimplas has initiated the Biovalsa project to develop high-performance bioplastics for the packaging industry by upcycling lignocellulosic agricultural residues.

AIMPLAS launches extensive 2026 training program including bioplastics, sustainability, and circular economy topics via Plastics Academy.

AIMPLAS is spearheading the MICROFAGO project, a collaborative effort to accelerate the decomposition of compostable bioplastics in waste treatment facilities using microorganisms and phages, without requiring major infrastructure changes.

Solena Materials has moved to a larger pilot facility to accelerate the production of its AI-designed protein fibers in preparation for a 2028 commercial launch.

Orinko Advanced Plastics has strengthened its position in the sustainable materials market by acquiring a 70% controlling stake in Omikron to accelerate the development of high-performance polymers.

Orinko Advanced Plastics has strengthened its position in the sustainable materials market by acquiring a 70% controlling stake in Omikron to accelerate the development of high-performance polymers.

Munster Technological University has officially opened a state-of-the-art pilot green biorefinery at its Kerry campus, marking a significant milestone in Ireland’s transition toward a circular bioeconomy.

Northern Technologies International Corp (NTIC) reported record-breaking first-quarter fiscal 2026 sales, fueled by explosive growth in its Natur-Tec bioplastics division.

Deep dive into bioplastic additives: plasticizers, nucleating agents, impact modifiers, thermal stabilizers, UV stabilizers, processing aids, fillers, compatibilizers, chain extenders, and antimicrobial agents. Includes commercial product recommendations and chemistry explanations.

Aduro Clean Technologies has raised $20 million in funding to accelerate the construction of a demonstration plant utilizing its patented technology to transform plastic waste into valuable resources.

Deep dive into bioplastic additives: plasticizers, nucleating agents, impact modifiers, thermal stabilizers, UV stabilizers, processing aids, fillers, compatibilizers, chain extenders, and antimicrobial agents. Includes commercial product recommendations and chemistry explanations.

Deep dive into bioplastic additives: plasticizers, nucleating agents, impact modifiers, thermal stabilizers, UV stabilizers, processing aids, fillers, compatibilizers, chain extenders, and antimicrobial agents. Includes commercial product recommendations and chemistry explanations.

Deep dive into bioplastic additives: plasticizers, nucleating agents, impact modifiers, thermal stabilizers, UV stabilizers, processing aids, fillers, compatibilizers, chain extenders, and antimicrobial agents. Includes commercial product recommendations and chemistry explanations.

Deep dive into bioplastic additives: plasticizers, nucleating agents, impact modifiers, thermal stabilizers, UV stabilizers, processing aids, fillers, compatibilizers, chain extenders, and antimicrobial agents. Includes commercial product recommendations and chemistry explanations.

Rutgers University scientists have engineered novel plastics that naturally degrade under everyday conditions, offering a sustainable solution to plastic pollution without requiring specialized treatments. The breakthrough, led by Yuwei Gu and published in Nature Chemistry, allows for programmable material lifecycles, with potential applications ranging from packaging to timed drug-release capsules.

Scientists in China have developed a high-performance bamboo bioplastic that surpasses conventional plastics in strength and heat resistance, while being fully biodegradable within 50 days and recyclable. This innovative material offers a compelling sustainable alternative for various industrial applications.

TotalEnergies Corbion and Benvic teamed up to expand low-carbon biopolymer compounds for automotive and electronics.

CovationBio unveiled bio-based alternative to PTMEG at Chinaplas 2025.

German bioplastic company FKuR is gearing up operations in Texas to develop and sell innovative biocompound products.

TotalEnergies Corbion and Benvic teamed up to expand low-carbon biopolymer compounds for automotive and electronics.

TotalEnergies Corbion showcased its Luminy® PLA innovations, highlighting its 100% biobased, recyclable, and industrially compostable nature, alongside successful chemical recycling advancements at a major Chinese conference.

TotalEnergies Corbion has selected Vichem as the official distributor for its Luminy PLA resins in Vietnam to expand the reach of biobased materials in the region.

Scottish biotechnology firm MiAlgae commences construction on a commercial-scale facility in Grangemouth to transform whisky byproducts into sustainable algal biomass and Omega-3.

The ANIPH Project has launched a pioneering AI-driven predictive tool designed to forecast the biodegradability and safety of new bioplastic formulations, accelerating the shift toward sustainable materials.

Scottish biotechnology firm MiAlgae commences construction on a commercial-scale facility in Grangemouth to transform whisky byproducts into sustainable algal biomass and Omega-3.

TotalEnergies Corbion showcased its Luminy® PLA innovations, highlighting its 100% biobased, recyclable, and industrially compostable nature, alongside successful chemical recycling advancements at a major Chinese conference.

ALPLA and NTCP are piloting a solvent-based process in the Netherlands to produce food-safe recycled HDPE, supported by a Dutch government grant, aiming for industrial scale by 2030.

CARBIOS and Wankai New Materials have finalized a landmark agreement to establish a joint venture for Asia’s first large-scale PET biorecycling plant in China, leveraging CARBIOS’s enzymatic depolymerization technology.

New landmark report from The Pew Charitable Trusts reveals plastic pollution could more than double by 2040, but offers science-based pathway to reduce annual pollution by 83% through systemic transformation.

European Bioplastics’ 2025 Market Data Report projects a doubling of global biobased plastics production capacity by 2030, driven by increased demand and innovation across key sectors.

Emirates Biotech has launched ‘Embio’, a new series of plant-based PLA biopolymers, offering a sustainable alternative to conventional plastics in the Middle East with local stock and lower minimum order quantities.

Blue Circle Olefins and Ducor Petrochemicals have announced a strategic partnership to establish a fully circular polypropylene value chain, targeting an 80% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by supplying bio-based and carbon-recycled polypropylene.

TIPA Compostable Packaging has acquired Sealpap, a specialist in recyclable paper-based packaging, significantly broadening TIPA’s sustainable packaging portfolio to offer both compostable and recyclable solutions. This strategic move aims to help global brands meet environmental goals and comply with evolving EU regulations, reinforcing TIPA’s growth in circular packaging across Europe and North America.

Agilyx has completed the acquisition of a 44% stake in GreenDot Global, a significant move to strengthen its European market presence and establish a global platform for supplying feedstock to the advanced recycling industry.

thyssenkrupp Uhde and Praj Industries Ltd. have announced a strategic partnership to deliver an integrated, end-to-end technology for Polylactic Acid (PLA) production, aiming to transform the bioplastics sector and advance the circular bioeconomy.

Ingevity has completed the $110 million sale of its Crude Tall Oil refinery, signaling a major strategic transition toward high-margin specialty chemicals and bioplastic innovations.

Scottish biotechnology firm MiAlgae commences construction on a commercial-scale facility in Grangemouth to transform whisky byproducts into sustainable algal biomass and Omega-3.

Technip Energies has completed the acquisition of Ecovyst’s Advanced Materials division, positioning the firm as a powerhouse in the high-performance catalyst market essential for bioplastic production.

Technip Energies has finalized its acquisition of Ecovyst’s Advanced Materials & Catalysts division, a strategic move designed to bolster its sustainable technology portfolio and accelerate the development of bio-based materials.

Technip Energies has completed the acquisition of Ecovyst’s Advanced Materials division, positioning the firm as a powerhouse in the high-performance catalyst market essential for bioplastic production.

Technip Energies has finalized its acquisition of Ecovyst’s Advanced Materials & Catalysts division, a strategic move designed to bolster its sustainable technology portfolio and accelerate the development of bio-based materials.

Sway partnered with Atlantic Packaging for biopolymer packaging initiatives.

Loliware partnered with Entec to develop seaweed biopolymer solutions.

Loliware partnered with Entec to develop seaweed biopolymer solutions.

Notpla produced 15 million single-use plastic alternatives in 2025, advancing seaweed biopolymer applications.

Sway partnered with Atlantic Packaging for biopolymer packaging initiatives.

Uluu raised $10.5 million to expand seaweed biopolymer production and development.

Australian firm Uluu secured A$16 million ($10.5 million) in funding to develop demonstration facility and scale technology for producing PHA bioplastics from seaweed as petroleum alternative.

Zerocircle raised $2.3 million for biopolymer technology advancements.

Researchers at RIKEN’s Center for Emergent Matter Science (CEMS), led by Takuzo Aida, have developed a robust, flexible, plant-based plastic that rapidly decomposes in natural environments, including saltwater, without forming microplastics. Utilizing inexpensive, FDA-approved ingredients, this material represents a significant advancement towards combating plastic pollution.

Scientists in China have developed a high-performance bamboo bioplastic that surpasses conventional plastics in strength and heat resistance, while being fully biodegradable within 50 days and recyclable. This innovative material offers a compelling sustainable alternative for various industrial applications.

Researchers at RIKEN’s Center for Emergent Matter Science (CEMS)

UPM has officially launched commercial production at its Leuna biorefinery, marking a transformative step in replacing fossil-based raw materials with renewable, wood-based biochemicals.

Rutgers University scientists have engineered novel plastics that naturally degrade under everyday c

Ecopha Biotech and design partner Terra Sol Studio secured the 2025 InnovationAus Energy & Renewable

British company Carbon Cell has developed a carbon-negative

Scientists in China have developed a high-performance bamboo bioplastic that surpasses conventional

FORVIA is supplying the instrument panel and center console for the all-new Renault Clio 6

NaturePlast announced new-generation bioplastic formulations for technical filaments in fishing and construction nets, leveraging artificial intelligence to optimize performance characteristics for demanding applications.

BASF enhanced its ecovio biodegradable mulch film portfolio, targeting diverse climate zones in Asia and Latin America, supporting sustainable agriculture and high-growth markets.

SABIC introduced the first certified renewable-grade ULTEM resin, a bio-based engineering plastic with high heat resistance and mechanical strength for electronics and aerospace applications.

TripleW, supported by Sulzer Chemtech, launched the world’s first polylactic acid bioplastic made from food waste, marking significant innovation in sustainable bioplastics production from circular economy feedstocks.

Blue Ocean Closures (BOC) has announced a significant breakthrough

Polykar has announced a $20 million investment to double the production capacity of its Edmonton facility, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable packaging and the circular economy in Western Canada.

Lubrizol has launched new readily biodegradable polymers

Researchers at RIKEN’s Center for Emergent Matter Science (CEMS), led by Takuzo Aida, have developed a robust, flexible, plant-based plastic that rapidly decomposes in natural environments, including saltwater, without forming microplastics. Utilizing inexpensive, FDA-approved ingredients, this material represents a significant advancement towards combating plastic pollution.

CJ Biomaterials has partnered with Swedish company BIQ Materials to commercialize artificial turf infill made from PHACT™ PHA, a certified biodegradable biopolymer, targeting the European market in anticipation of the 2031 EU ban on petroleum-based infill.

Researchers at RIKEN’s Center for Emergent Matter Science (CEMS)

Rutgers University scientists have engineered novel plastics that naturally degrade under everyday c

Ecopha Biotech and design partner Terra Sol Studio secured the 2025 InnovationAus Energy & Renewable

British company Carbon Cell has developed a carbon-negative

Scientists in China have developed a high-performance bamboo bioplastic that surpasses conventional

FORVIA is supplying the instrument panel and center console for the all-new Renault Clio 6

NaturePlast announced new-generation bioplastic formulations for technical filaments in fishing and construction nets, leveraging artificial intelligence to optimize performance characteristics for demanding applications.

BASF enhanced its ecovio biodegradable mulch film portfolio, targeting diverse climate zones in Asia and Latin America, supporting sustainable agriculture and high-growth markets.

SABIC introduced the first certified renewable-grade ULTEM resin, a bio-based engineering plastic with high heat resistance and mechanical strength for electronics and aerospace applications.

TripleW, supported by Sulzer Chemtech, launched the world’s first polylactic acid bioplastic made from food waste, marking significant innovation in sustainable bioplastics production from circular economy feedstocks.

Blue Ocean Closures (BOC) has announced a significant breakthrough

Lubrizol has launched new readily biodegradable polymers

Researchers at RIKEN’s Center for Emergent Matter Science (CEMS)

Rutgers University scientists have engineered novel plastics that naturally degrade under everyday c

Ecopha Biotech and design partner Terra Sol Studio secured the 2025 InnovationAus Energy & Renewable

British company Carbon Cell has developed a carbon-negative

British company Carbon Cell has developed a carbon-negative, compostable, and plastic-free rigid foam from agricultural waste, offering a sustainable alternative to polystyrene for packaging and insulation.

Scientists in China have developed a high-performance bamboo bioplastic that surpasses conventional

FORVIA is supplying the instrument panel and center console for the all-new Renault Clio 6

NaturePlast announced new-generation bioplastic formulations for technical filaments in fishing and construction nets, leveraging artificial intelligence to optimize performance characteristics for demanding applications.

BASF enhanced its ecovio biodegradable mulch film portfolio, targeting diverse climate zones in Asia and Latin America, supporting sustainable agriculture and high-growth markets.

SABIC introduced the first certified renewable-grade ULTEM resin, a bio-based engineering plastic with high heat resistance and mechanical strength for electronics and aerospace applications.

TripleW, supported by Sulzer Chemtech, launched the world’s first polylactic acid bioplastic made from food waste, marking significant innovation in sustainable bioplastics production from circular economy feedstocks.

Blue Ocean Closures (BOC) has announced a significant breakthrough

Lubrizol has launched new readily biodegradable polymers

Lubrizol has launched new readily biodegradable polymers, Carbopol® BioSense Polymer and Sensomer™ Cassia 115 Polymer, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable chemistry in personal care and other industries.

Researchers at RIKEN’s Center for Emergent Matter Science (CEMS)

Researchers at RIKEN’s Center for Emergent Matter Science (CEMS), led by Takuzo Aida, have developed a robust, flexible, plant-based plastic that rapidly decomposes in natural environments, including saltwater, without forming microplastics. Utilizing inexpensive, FDA-approved ingredients, this material represents a significant advancement towards combating plastic pollution.

UPM has officially launched commercial production at its Leuna biorefinery, marking a transformative step in replacing fossil-based raw materials with renewable, wood-based biochemicals.

New landmark report from The Pew Charitable Trusts reveals plastic pollution could more than double by 2040, but offers science-based pathway to reduce annual pollution by 83% through systemic transformation.

The EU Commission has issued Regulation 2025/2269 to rectify labeling guidelines for recycled plastics, clarifying the existing framework as the global recycled plastics market is projected to reach USD 190.25 billion by 2035, significantly driven by demand in sustainable automotive interior components.

Braskem America has announced expanded production capacity for its ‘I’m green’ bio-based polyethylene (PE), reinforcing its commitment to sustainable packaging solutions. This move significantly boosts the availability of a plant-based biopolymer for diverse applications.

Polykar has announced a $20 million investment to double the production capacity of its Edmonton facility, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable packaging and the circular economy in Western Canada.

UPM has officially launched commercial production at its Leuna biorefinery, marking a transformative step in replacing fossil-based raw materials with renewable, wood-based biochemicals.

UPM Biochemicals has unveiled a novel bio-based, carbon-negative, and NIR-detectable black pigment designed to resolve sorting inefficiencies in premium black plastic packaging.

Novonor concludes its divestment strategy by agreeing to sell its controlling interest in petrochemical giant Braskem to private equity firm IG4 Capital for BRL 20 billion.

Novonor concludes its divestment strategy by agreeing to sell its controlling interest in petrochemical giant Braskem to private equity firm IG4 Capital for BRL 20 billion.

Novonor concludes its divestment strategy by agreeing to sell its controlling interest in petrochemical giant Braskem to private equity firm IG4 Capital for BRL 20 billion.

Concordia University has significantly upgraded its Genome Foundry and Bioprocessing facilities with a $5 million investment, enhancing its position as a leading Canadian hub for synthetic biology and sustainable biomanufacturing.

Concordia University has significantly upgraded its Genome Foundry and Bioprocessing facilities with a $5 million investment, enhancing its position as a leading Canadian hub for synthetic biology and sustainable biomanufacturing.

Concordia University has significantly upgraded its Genome Foundry and Bioprocessing facilities with

Concordia University has significantly upgraded its Genome Foundry and Bioprocessing facilities with a $5 million investment, enhancing its position as a leading Canadian hub for synthetic biology and sustainable biomanufacturing.

UPM Biochemicals has unveiled a novel bio-based, carbon-negative, and NIR-detectable black pigment designed to resolve sorting inefficiencies in premium black plastic packaging.

UPM Biochemicals has unveiled a novel bio-based, carbon-negative, and NIR-detectable black pigment designed to resolve sorting inefficiencies in premium black plastic packaging.

TotalEnergies Corbion showcased its Luminy® PLA innovations, highlighting its 100% biobased, recyclable, and industrially compostable nature, alongside successful chemical recycling advancements at a major Chinese conference.

TotalEnergies Corbion showcased its Luminy® PLA innovations, highlighting its 100% biobased, recyclable, and industrially compostable nature, alongside successful chemical recycling advancements at a major Chinese conference.

Power2Polymers

Erg Bio has successfully secured $6.5 million in a seed funding round to accelerate the scale-up of

Power2Polymers, a German startup, secured the top prize at the ISC3 Innovation Challenge 2025 for its pioneering sustainable and high-performance polymer products, which significantly reduce carbon footprint and offer an alternative to harmful PFAS chemicals.

Power2Polymers

Erg Bio has successfully secured $6.5 million in a seed funding round to accelerate the scale-up of

Agilyx has completed the acquisition of a 44% stake in GreenDot Global, a significant move to strengthen its European market presence and establish a global platform for supplying feedstock to the advanced recycling industry.

Kaneka Corporation has committed ¥12.4 billion in October 2025 to boost its PHBH biopolymer production capacity, addressing rising domestic demand for compostable packaging and cutlery while enhancing overall supply flexibility.

Power2Polymers

Erg Bio has successfully secured $6.5 million in a seed funding round to accelerate the scale-up of

Power2Polymers, a German startup, secured the top prize at the ISC3 Innovation Challenge 2025 for its pioneering sustainable and high-performance polymer products, which significantly reduce carbon footprint and offer an alternative to harmful PFAS chemicals.

Power2Polymers, a German startup, secured the top prize at the ISC3 Innovation Challenge 2025 for its pioneering sustainable and high-performance polymer products, which significantly reduce carbon footprint and offer an alternative to harmful PFAS chemicals.

Power2Polymers

Power2Polymers, a German startup, secured the top prize at the ISC3 Innovation Challenge 2025 for its pioneering sustainable and high-performance polymer products, which significantly reduce carbon footprint and offer an alternative to harmful PFAS chemicals.

Power2Polymers, a German startup, secured the top prize at the ISC3 Innovation Challenge 2025 for its pioneering sustainable and high-performance polymer products, which significantly reduce carbon footprint and offer an alternative to harmful PFAS chemicals.

Lubrizol has launched new readily biodegradable polymers, Carbopol® BioSense Polymer and Sensomer™ Cassia 115 Polymer, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable chemistry in personal care and other industries.

CARBIOS and Wankai New Materials have finalized a landmark agreement to establish a joint venture fo

CARBIOS and Wankai New Materials have finalized a landmark agreement to establish a joint venture for Asia’s first large-scale PET biorecycling plant in China, leveraging CARBIOS’s enzymatic depolymerization technology.

CARBIOS and Wankai New Materials have finalized a landmark agreement to establish a joint venture for Asia’s first large-scale PET biorecycling plant in China, leveraging CARBIOS’s enzymatic depolymerization technology.

ALPLA and NTCP are piloting a solvent-based process in the Netherlands to produce food-safe recycled HDPE, supported by a Dutch government grant, aiming for industrial scale by 2030.

CARBIOS and Wankai New Materials have finalized a landmark agreement to establish a joint venture for Asia’s first large-scale PET biorecycling plant in China, leveraging CARBIOS’s enzymatic depolymerization technology.

ALPLA and NTCP are piloting a solvent-based process in the Netherlands to produce food-safe recycled HDPE, supported by a Dutch government grant, aiming for industrial scale by 2030.

ALPLA and NTCP are piloting a solvent-based process in the Netherlands to produce food-safe recycled HDPE, supported by a Dutch government grant, aiming for industrial scale by 2030.

ALPLA and NTCP are piloting a solvent-based process in the Netherlands to produce food-safe recycled HDPE, supported by a Dutch government grant, aiming for industrial scale by 2030.

CARBIOS and Wankai New Materials have finalized a landmark agreement to establish a joint venture for Asia’s first large-scale PET biorecycling plant in China, leveraging CARBIOS’s enzymatic depolymerization technology.

CARBIOS and Wankai New Materials have finalized a landmark agreement to establish a joint venture fo

New landmark report from The Pew Charitable Trusts reveals plastic pollution could more than double by 2040, but offers science-based pathway to reduce annual pollution by 83% through systemic transformation.

European Bioplastics’ 2025 Market Data Report projects a doubling of global biobased plastics production capacity by 2030, driven by increased demand and innovation across key sectors.

New landmark report from The Pew Charitable Trusts reveals plastic pollution could more than double by 2040, but offers science-based pathway to reduce annual pollution by 83% through systemic transformation.

European Bioplastics’ 2025 Market Data Report projects a doubling of global biobased plastics production capacity by 2030, driven by increased demand and innovation across key sectors.

New landmark report from The Pew Charitable Trusts reveals plastic pollution could more than double by 2040, but offers science-based pathway to reduce annual pollution by 83% through systemic transformation.

New landmark report from The Pew Charitable Trusts reveals plastic pollution could more than double by 2040, but offers science-based pathway to reduce annual pollution by 83% through systemic transformation.

Rutgers University scientists have engineered novel plastics that naturally degrade under everyday conditions, offering a sustainable solution to plastic pollution without requiring specialized treatments. The breakthrough, led by Yuwei Gu and published in Nature Chemistry, allows for programmable material lifecycles, with potential applications ranging from packaging to timed drug-release capsules.

European Bioplastics’ 2025 Market Data Report projects a doubling of global biobased plastics production capacity by 2030, driven by increased demand and innovation across key sectors.

New landmark report from The Pew Charitable Trusts reveals plastic pollution could more than double

The European Commission has adopted a new Bioeconomy Strategy

New landmark report from The Pew Charitable Trusts reveals plastic pollution could more than double

New landmark report from The Pew Charitable Trusts reveals plastic pollution could more than double by 2040, but offers science-based pathway to reduce annual pollution by 83% through systemic transformation.

Agilyx has completed the acquisition of a 44% stake in GreenDot Global, a significant move to strengthen its European market presence and establish a global platform for supplying feedstock to the advanced recycling industry.

Rutgers University scientists have engineered novel plastics that naturally degrade under everyday conditions, offering a sustainable solution to plastic pollution without requiring specialized treatments. The breakthrough, led by Yuwei Gu and published in Nature Chemistry, allows for programmable material lifecycles, with potential applications ranging from packaging to timed drug-release capsules.

Rutgers University scientists have engineered novel plastics that naturally degrade under everyday c

Rutgers University scientists have engineered novel plastics that naturally degrade under everyday conditions, offering a sustainable solution to plastic pollution without requiring specialized treatments. The breakthrough, led by Yuwei Gu and published in Nature Chemistry, allows for programmable material lifecycles, with potential applications ranging from packaging to timed drug-release capsules.

Ecopha Biotech and design partner Terra Sol Studio secured the 2025 InnovationAus Energy & Renewables Award for their groundbreaking carbon-negative PHA bioplastics, which are fully home-compostable and marine biodegradable, offering a scalable alternative to petroleum-based plastics.

Ecopha Biotech and design partner Terra Sol Studio secured the 2025 InnovationAus Energy & Renewable

Ecopha Biotech and design partner Terra Sol Studio secured the 2025 InnovationAus Energy & Renewables Award for their groundbreaking carbon-negative PHA bioplastics, which are fully home-compostable and marine biodegradable, offering a scalable alternative to petroleum-based plastics.

Ecopha Biotech and design partner Terra Sol Studio secured the 2025 InnovationAus Energy & Renewables Award for their groundbreaking carbon-negative PHA bioplastics, which are fully home-compostable and marine biodegradable, offering a scalable alternative to petroleum-based plastics.

Ecopha Biotech and design partner Terra Sol Studio secured the 2025 InnovationAus Energy & Renewables Award for their groundbreaking carbon-negative PHA bioplastics, which are fully home-compostable and marine biodegradable, offering a scalable alternative to petroleum-based plastics.

Ecopha Biotech and design partner Terra Sol Studio secured the 2025 InnovationAus Energy & Renewables Award for their groundbreaking carbon-negative PHA bioplastics, which are fully home-compostable and marine biodegradable, offering a scalable alternative to petroleum-based plastics.

Emirates Biotech has launched ‘Embio’, a new series of plant-based PLA biopolymers, offering a sustainable alternative to conventional plastics in the Middle East with local stock and lower minimum order quantities.

TIPA Compostable Packaging has acquired Sealpap, a specialist in recyclable paper-based packaging, significantly broadening TIPA’s sustainable packaging portfolio to offer both compostable and recyclable solutions. This strategic move aims to help global brands meet environmental goals and comply with evolving EU regulations, reinforcing TIPA’s growth in circular packaging across Europe and North America.

Avantium and Logoplaste have solidified their partnership with a capacity reservation agreement for Avantium’s plant-based, recyclable polymer PEF, branded as ReLeaf®. This deal secures future volumes of ReLeaf for Logoplaste to accelerate sustainable, high-performance packaging innovation across diverse applications.

Blue Ocean Closures (BOC) has announced a significant breakthrough, positioning its latest fibre screw caps to match or outperform fossil plastic in material cost while drastically reducing production energy requirements. This advancement marks a pivotal moment for sustainable and cost-efficient packaging alternatives.

Kaneka Corporation has committed ¥12.4 billion in October 2025 to boost its PHBH biopolymer production capacity, addressing rising domestic demand for compostable packaging and cutlery while enhancing overall supply flexibility.

Ecopha Biotech and design partner Terra Sol Studio secured the 2025 InnovationAus Energy & Renewables Award for their groundbreaking carbon-negative PHA bioplastics, which are fully home-compostable and marine biodegradable, offering a scalable alternative to petroleum-based plastics.

Emirates Biotech has launched ‘Embio’, a new series of plant-based PLA biopolymers, offering a sustainable alternative to conventional plastics in the Middle East with local stock and lower minimum order quantities.

Kaneka Corporation has committed ¥12.4 billion in October 2025 to boost its PHBH biopolymer production capacity, addressing rising domestic demand for compostable packaging and cutlery while enhancing overall supply flexibility.

Emirates Biotech has launched ‘Embio’, a new series of plant-based PLA biopolymers, offering a sustainable alternative to conventional plastics in the Middle East with local stock and lower minimum order quantities.

Emirates Biotech has launched ‘Embio’, a new series of plant-based PLA biopolymers, offering a sustainable alternative to conventional plastics in the Middle East with local stock and lower minimum order quantities.

The European Commission has adopted a new Bioeconomy Strategy, explicitly integrating bio-based plastics into a coherent regulatory framework and preparing for legally binding targets, signaling a major shift in EU industrial policy.

Blue Circle Olefins and Ducor Petrochemicals have announced a strategic partnership to establish a fully circular polypropylene value chain, targeting an 80% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by supplying bio-based and carbon-recycled polypropylene.

European Bioplastics urges EU policymakers to formally recognize the bioplastics sector as a critical enabler for achieving the European Green Deal’s climate and circularity goals.

The European Commission has adopted a new Bioeconomy Strategy, explicitly integrating bio-based plastics into a coherent regulatory framework and preparing for legally binding targets, signaling a major shift in EU industrial policy.

The European Commission has adopted a new Bioeconomy Strategy, explicitly integrating bio-based plastics into a coherent regulatory framework and preparing for legally binding targets, signaling a major shift in EU industrial policy.

The European Commission has adopted a new Bioeconomy Strategy

The European Commission has adopted a new Bioeconomy Strategy, explicitly integrating bio-based plastics into a coherent regulatory framework and preparing for legally binding targets, signaling a major shift in EU industrial policy.

The European Union introduces stricter regulations on single-use plastics, creating new opportunities for bioplastic alternatives.

The European Commission has adopted a new Bioeconomy Strategy, explicitly integrating bio-based plastics into a coherent regulatory framework and preparing for legally binding targets, signaling a major shift in EU industrial policy.

British company Carbon Cell has developed a carbon-negative, compostable, and plastic-free rigid foam from agricultural waste, offering a sustainable alternative to polystyrene for packaging and insulation.

British company Carbon Cell has developed a carbon-negative

British company Carbon Cell has developed a carbon-negative, compostable, and plastic-free rigid foam from agricultural waste, offering a sustainable alternative to polystyrene for packaging and insulation.

British company Carbon Cell has developed a carbon-negative, compostable, and plastic-free rigid foam from agricultural waste, offering a sustainable alternative to polystyrene for packaging and insulation.

British company Carbon Cell has developed a carbon-negative, compostable, and plastic-free rigid foam from agricultural waste, offering a sustainable alternative to polystyrene for packaging and insulation.

The EU Commission has issued Regulation 2025/2269 to rectify labeling guidelines for recycled plastics, clarifying the existing framework as the global recycled plastics market is projected to reach USD 190.25 billion by 2035, significantly driven by demand in sustainable automotive interior components.

British company Carbon Cell has developed a carbon-negative, compostable, and plastic-free rigid foam from agricultural waste, offering a sustainable alternative to polystyrene for packaging and insulation.

The EU Commission has issued Regulation 2025/2269 to rectify labeling guidelines for recycled plastics, clarifying the existing framework as the global recycled plastics market is projected to reach USD 190.25 billion by 2035, significantly driven by demand in sustainable automotive interior components.

British company Carbon Cell has developed a carbon-negative, compostable, and plastic-free rigid foam from agricultural waste, offering a sustainable alternative to polystyrene for packaging and insulation.

British company Carbon Cell has developed a carbon-negative, compostable, and plastic-free rigid foam from agricultural waste, offering a sustainable alternative to polystyrene for packaging and insulation.

The EU Commission has issued Regulation 2025/2269 to rectify labeling guidelines for recycled plastics, clarifying the existing framework as the global recycled plastics market is projected to reach USD 190.25 billion by 2035, significantly driven by demand in sustainable automotive interior components.

TotalEnergies Corbion has selected Vichem as the official distributor for its Luminy PLA resins in Vietnam to expand the reach of biobased materials in the region.

Scientists in China have developed a high-performance bamboo bioplastic that surpasses conventional plastics in strength and heat resistance, while being fully biodegradable within 50 days and recyclable. This innovative material offers a compelling sustainable alternative for various industrial applications.

Scientists in China have developed a high-performance bamboo bioplastic that surpasses conventional plastics in strength and heat resistance, while being fully biodegradable within 50 days and recyclable. This innovative material offers a compelling sustainable alternative for various industrial applications.

Scientists in China have developed a high-performance bamboo bioplastic that surpasses conventional

Scientists in China have developed a high-performance bamboo bioplastic that surpasses conventional plastics in strength and heat resistance, while being fully biodegradable within 50 days and recyclable. This innovative material offers a compelling sustainable alternative for various industrial applications.

Erg Bio has successfully secured $6.5 million in a seed funding round to accelerate the scale-up of its Aspire™ Technology, which converts agricultural and forestry wastes into sustainable aviation fuels and vital bio-based chemicals.

Erg Bio has successfully secured $6.5 million in a seed funding round to accelerate the scale-up of its Aspire™ Technology, which converts agricultural and forestry wastes into sustainable aviation fuels and vital bio-based chemicals.

Renaissance BioScience and Biome Bioplastics launched a two-year, $1.06 million R&D initiative to develop renewable plastic alternatives for packaging and personal care.

Blue Circle Olefins and Ducor Petrochemicals have announced a strategic partnership to establish a f

P2 Science and Algenesis Corporation have formed a strategic partnership to develop and commercializ

Erg Bio has successfully secured $6.5 million in a seed funding round to accelerate the scale-up of

Erg Bio has successfully secured $6.5 million in a seed funding round to accelerate the scale-up of its Aspire™ Technology, which converts agricultural and forestry wastes into sustainable aviation fuels and vital bio-based chemicals.

Renaissance BioScience and Biome Bioplastics launched a two-year, $1.06 million R&D initiative to develop renewable plastic alternatives for packaging and personal care.

Blue Circle Olefins and Ducor Petrochemicals have announced a strategic partnership to establish a f

P2 Science and Algenesis Corporation have formed a strategic partnership to develop and commercializ

Renaissance BioScience and Biome Bioplastics launched a two-year, $1.06 million R&D initiative to develop renewable plastic alternatives for packaging and personal care.

Blue Circle Olefins and Ducor Petrochemicals have announced a strategic partnership to establish a f

Braskem’s Sustainable Development Director called for stronger public policies to support biopolymer demand and R&D at COP30, emphasizing the company’s leadership in renewable polyethylene.

P2 Science and Algenesis Corporation have formed a strategic partnership to develop and commercializ

Corbion partnered with Nestlé to co-develop PHA-based barrier materials for shelf-stable, compostable food packaging, advancing circular packaging systems and sustainability commitments.

CJ Biomaterials signed a partnership with BIQ Materials to produce artificial turf infill made with PHACT™ PHA, a certified biodegradable biopolymer, targeting the European market and supporting EU microplastic ban compliance.

Renaissance BioScience and Biome Bioplastics launched a two-year, $1.06 million R&D initiative to develop renewable plastic alternatives for packaging and personal care.

Erg Bio has successfully secured $6.5 million in a seed funding round to accelerate the scale-up of its Aspire™ Technology, which converts agricultural and forestry wastes into sustainable aviation fuels and vital bio-based chemicals.

Erg Bio has successfully secured $6.5 million in a seed funding round to accelerate the scale-up of its Aspire™ Technology, which converts agricultural and forestry wastes into sustainable aviation fuels and vital bio-based chemicals.

Blue Circle Olefins and Ducor Petrochemicals have announced a strategic partnership to establish a f

Blue Circle Olefins and Ducor Petrochemicals have announced a strategic partnership to establish a fully circular polypropylene value chain, targeting an 80% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by supplying bio-based and carbon-recycled polypropylene.

Blue Circle Olefins secured funding to advance ProjectNL, commercial Methanol to Olefins production facility in Rotterdam, Netherlands. Project aims to produce sustainable olefins from renewable methanol.

Blue Circle Olefins and Ducor Petrochemicals have announced a strategic partnership to establish a fully circular polypropylene value chain, targeting an 80% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by supplying bio-based and carbon-recycled polypropylene.

TIPA Compostable Packaging has acquired Sealpap

TIPA Compostable Packaging has acquired Sealpap, a specialist in recyclable paper-based packaging, significantly broadening TIPA’s sustainable packaging portfolio to offer both compostable and recyclable solutions. This strategic move aims to help global brands meet environmental goals and comply with evolving EU regulations, reinforcing TIPA’s growth in circular packaging across Europe and North America.

CJ Biomaterials was recognized with the 2025 Innovation in Bioplastics Award for its advancements in biopolymer technology and sustainable materials, highlighting its leadership in the bioplastics industry.

Novamont obtained certificate of conformity with EU Fertilizer Regulation 2019/1009 for its Mater-Bi bioplastic, enabling new applications in the agricultural sector and expanding market opportunities.

CJ Biomaterials was recognized with the 2025 Innovation in Bioplastics Award for its advancements in biopolymer technology and sustainable materials, highlighting its leadership in the bioplastics industry.

CJ Biomaterials signed a partnership with BIQ Materials to produce artificial turf infill made with PHACT™ PHA, a certified biodegradable biopolymer, targeting the European market and supporting EU microplastic ban compliance.

CJ Biomaterials has partnered with Swedish company BIQ Materials to commercialize artificial turf infill made from PHACT™ PHA, a certified biodegradable biopolymer, targeting the European market in anticipation of the 2031 EU ban on petroleum-based infill.

CJ Biomaterials and NatureWorks have collaborated to introduce two new PHA-based compounds

TIPA Compostable Packaging has acquired Sealpap, a specialist in recyclable paper-based packaging, significantly broadening TIPA’s sustainable packaging portfolio to offer both compostable and recyclable solutions. This strategic move aims to help global brands meet environmental goals and comply with evolving EU regulations, reinforcing TIPA’s growth in circular packaging across Europe and North America.

TIPA Compostable Packaging has acquired Sealpap

Teknor Apex completed the acquisition of Danimer Scientific, consolidating its position in the biodegradable biopolymer market and strengthening its production scalability and competitive dynamics.

TIPA Compostable Packaging has acquired Sealpap

TIPA Compostable Packaging has acquired Sealpap, a specialist in recyclable paper-based packaging, significantly broadening TIPA’s sustainable packaging portfolio to offer both compostable and recyclable solutions. This strategic move aims to help global brands meet environmental goals and comply with evolving EU regulations, reinforcing TIPA’s growth in circular packaging across Europe and North America.

TIPA Compostable Packaging has acquired Sealpap, a specialist in recyclable paper-based packaging, significantly broadening TIPA’s sustainable packaging portfolio to offer both compostable and recyclable solutions. This strategic move aims to help global brands meet environmental goals and comply with evolving EU regulations, reinforcing TIPA’s growth in circular packaging across Europe and North America.

TIPA Compostable Packaging has acquired Sealpap, a specialist in recyclable paper-based packaging, significantly broadening TIPA’s sustainable packaging portfolio to offer both compostable and recyclable solutions. This strategic move aims to help global brands meet environmental goals and comply with evolving EU regulations, reinforcing TIPA’s growth in circular packaging across Europe and North America.

CJ Biomaterials was recognized with the 2025 Innovation in Bioplastics Award for its advancements in biopolymer technology and sustainable materials, highlighting its leadership in the bioplastics industry.

Novamont obtained certificate of conformity with EU Fertilizer Regulation 2019/1009 for its Mater-Bi bioplastic, enabling new applications in the agricultural sector and expanding market opportunities.

TIPA Compostable Packaging has acquired Sealpap

TIPA Compostable Packaging has acquired Sealpap, a specialist in recyclable paper-based packaging, significantly broadening TIPA’s sustainable packaging portfolio to offer both compostable and recyclable solutions. This strategic move aims to help global brands meet environmental goals and comply with evolving EU regulations, reinforcing TIPA’s growth in circular packaging across Europe and North America.

FORVIA is supplying the instrument panel and center console for the all-new Renault Clio 6, incorporating 40% recycled plastics and advanced finishing techniques to enhance sustainability and user experience.

FORVIA is supplying the instrument panel and center console for the all-new Renault Clio 6

FORVIA is supplying the instrument panel and center console for the all-new Renault Clio 6, incorporating 40% recycled plastics and advanced finishing techniques to enhance sustainability and user experience.

FORVIA is supplying the instrument panel and center console for the all-new Renault Clio 6, incorporating 40% recycled plastics and advanced finishing techniques to enhance sustainability and user experience.

FORVIA is supplying the instrument panel and center console for the all-new Renault Clio 6, incorporating 40% recycled plastics and advanced finishing techniques to enhance sustainability and user experience.

P2 Science and Algenesis Corporation have formed a strategic partnership to develop and commercialize 100% biobased and biodegradable polyurethanes derived from algae, aiming to replace petroleum-based plastics across various industries.

P2 Science and Algenesis Corporation have formed a strategic partnership to develop and commercialize 100% biobased and biodegradable polyurethanes derived from algae, aiming to replace petroleum-based plastics across various industries.

A comprehensive guide to PLA - one of the most widely used biodegradable bioplastics made from renewable resources.

P2 Science and Algenesis Corporation have formed a strategic partnership to develop and commercialize 100% biobased and biodegradable polyurethanes derived from algae, aiming to replace petroleum-based plastics across various industries.

Braskem America has announced expanded production capacity for its ‘I’m green’ bio-based polyethylene (PE), reinforcing its commitment to sustainable packaging solutions. This move significantly boosts the availability of a plant-based biopolymer for diverse applications.

Braskem America has announced expanded production capacity for its ‘I’m green’ bio-based polyethylen

Braskem continues expansion of its $20 million Renewable Innovation Center in Massachusetts, targeting 1 million tons of annual bioproduct capacity by 2030 and advancing biopolymer R&D.

Braskem America has announced expanded production capacity for its ‘I’m green’ bio-based polyethylene (PE), reinforcing its commitment to sustainable packaging solutions. This move significantly boosts the availability of a plant-based biopolymer for diverse applications.

P2 Science and Algenesis Corporation have formed a strategic partnership to develop and commercialize 100% biobased and biodegradable polyurethanes derived from algae, aiming to replace petroleum-based plastics across various industries.

Braskem America has announced expanded production capacity for its ‘I’m green’ bio-based polyethylene (PE), reinforcing its commitment to sustainable packaging solutions. This move significantly boosts the availability of a plant-based biopolymer for diverse applications.

Braskem America has announced expanded production capacity for its ‘I’m green’ bio-based polyethylen

Braskem continues expansion of its $20 million Renewable Innovation Center in Massachusetts, targeting 1 million tons of annual bioproduct capacity by 2030 and advancing biopolymer R&D.

NaturePlast announced new-generation bioplastic formulations for technical filaments in fishing and construction nets, leveraging artificial intelligence to optimize performance characteristics for demanding applications.

P2 Science and Algenesis Corporation have formed a strategic partnership to develop and commercializ

P2 Science and Algenesis Corporation have formed a strategic partnership to develop and commercialize 100% biobased and biodegradable polyurethanes derived from algae, aiming to replace petroleum-based plastics across various industries.

Braskem America has announced expanded production capacity for its ‘I’m green’ bio-based polyethylen

Braskem continues expansion of its $20 million Renewable Innovation Center in Massachusetts, targeting 1 million tons of annual bioproduct capacity by 2030 and advancing biopolymer R&D.

A comprehensive guide to PLA - one of the most widely used biodegradable bioplastics made from renewable resources.

Avantium and Logoplaste have solidified their partnership with a capacity reservation agreement for Avantium’s plant-based, recyclable polymer PEF, branded as ReLeaf®. This deal secures future volumes of ReLeaf for Logoplaste to accelerate sustainable, high-performance packaging innovation across diverse applications.

Avantium and Logoplaste have solidified their partnership with a capacity reservation agreement for Avantium’s plant-based, recyclable polymer PEF, branded as ReLeaf®. This deal secures future volumes of ReLeaf for Logoplaste to accelerate sustainable, high-performance packaging innovation across diverse applications.

Avantium and Logoplaste have solidified their partnership with a capacity reservation agreement for Avantium’s plant-based, recyclable polymer PEF, branded as ReLeaf®. This deal secures future volumes of ReLeaf for Logoplaste to accelerate sustainable, high-performance packaging innovation across diverse applications.

Avantium and Logoplaste have solidified their partnership with a capacity reservation agreement for Avantium’s plant-based, recyclable polymer PEF, branded as ReLeaf®. This deal secures future volumes of ReLeaf for Logoplaste to accelerate sustainable, high-performance packaging innovation across diverse applications.

TripleW, supported by Sulzer Chemtech, launched the world’s first polylactic acid bioplastic made from food waste, marking significant innovation in sustainable bioplastics production from circular economy feedstocks.

CJ Biomaterials has partnered with Swedish company BIQ Materials to commercialize artificial turf infill made from PHACT™ PHA, a certified biodegradable biopolymer, targeting the European market in anticipation of the 2031 EU ban on petroleum-based infill.

CJ Biomaterials has partnered with Swedish company BIQ Materials to commercialize artificial turf infill made from PHACT™ PHA, a certified biodegradable biopolymer, targeting the European market in anticipation of the 2031 EU ban on petroleum-based infill.

CJ Biomaterials has partnered with Swedish company BIQ Materials to commercialize artificial turf infill made from PHACT™ PHA, a certified biodegradable biopolymer, targeting the European market in anticipation of the 2031 EU ban on petroleum-based infill.

Blue Ocean Closures (BOC) has announced a significant breakthrough, positioning its latest fibre screw caps to match or outperform fossil plastic in material cost while drastically reducing production energy requirements. This advancement marks a pivotal moment for sustainable and cost-efficient packaging alternatives.

Blue Ocean Closures (BOC) has announced a significant breakthrough, positioning its latest fibre screw caps to match or outperform fossil plastic in material cost while drastically reducing production energy requirements. This advancement marks a pivotal moment for sustainable and cost-efficient packaging alternatives.

CJ Biomaterials has partnered with Swedish company BIQ Materials to commercialize artificial turf infill made from PHACT™ PHA, a certified biodegradable biopolymer, targeting the European market in anticipation of the 2031 EU ban on petroleum-based infill.

Blue Ocean Closures (BOC) has announced a significant breakthrough, positioning its latest fibre screw caps to match or outperform fossil plastic in material cost while drastically reducing production energy requirements. This advancement marks a pivotal moment for sustainable and cost-efficient packaging alternatives.

Blue Ocean Closures (BOC) has announced a significant breakthrough, positioning its latest fibre screw caps to match or outperform fossil plastic in material cost while drastically reducing production energy requirements. This advancement marks a pivotal moment for sustainable and cost-efficient packaging alternatives.

CJ Biomaterials has partnered with Swedish company BIQ Materials to commercialize artificial turf infill made from PHACT™ PHA, a certified biodegradable biopolymer, targeting the European market in anticipation of the 2031 EU ban on petroleum-based infill.

Lenzing Group and OceanSafe have collaborated to introduce a next-generation yarn, combining TENCEL™ Lyocell - A100 fibers with biodegradable naNea co-polyester, offering a sustainable and high-performance alternative for various textile applications.

Lenzing Group and OceanSafe have collaborated to introduce a next-generation yarn, combining TENCEL™ Lyocell - A100 fibers with biodegradable naNea co-polyester, offering a sustainable and high-performance alternative for various textile applications.

Lenzing Group and OceanSafe have collaborated to introduce a next-generation yarn, combining TENCEL™ Lyocell - A100 fibers with biodegradable naNea co-polyester, offering a sustainable and high-performance alternative for various textile applications.

Lenzing Group and OceanSafe have collaborated to introduce a next-generation yarn, combining TENCEL™ Lyocell - A100 fibers with biodegradable naNea co-polyester, offering a sustainable and high-performance alternative for various textile applications.

Lenzing Group and OceanSafe have collaborated to introduce a next-generation yarn, combining TENCEL™ Lyocell - A100 fibers with biodegradable naNea co-polyester, offering a sustainable and high-performance alternative for various textile applications.

Lenzing Group and OceanSafe have collaborated to introduce a next-generation yarn, combining TENCEL™ Lyocell - A100 fibers with biodegradable naNea co-polyester, offering a sustainable and high-performance alternative for various textile applications.

Lenzing Group and OceanSafe have collaborated to introduce a next-generation yarn, combining TENCEL™ Lyocell - A100 fibers with biodegradable naNea co-polyester, offering a sustainable and high-performance alternative for various textile applications.

Agilyx has completed the acquisition of a 44% stake in GreenDot Global, a significant move to strengthen its European market presence and establish a global platform for supplying feedstock to the advanced recycling industry.

Agilyx has completed the acquisition of a 44% stake in GreenDot Global, a significant move to strengthen its European market presence and establish a global platform for supplying feedstock to the advanced recycling industry.

Polykar has announced a $20 million investment to double the production capacity of its Edmonton facility, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable packaging and the circular economy in Western Canada.

Researchers at Empa have developed a revolutionary biodegradable circuit board that allows electronic waste to decompose naturally, tackling the global e-waste crisis through bioplastic innovation.

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Asahi Kasei will introduce its innovative PFAS-free polyamide compounds and an advanced carbon fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP) recycling technology at the upcoming K 2025 trade fair.

Asahi Kasei has successfully achieved high-yield, high-purity biomethane production from organic waste biogas, advancing sustainable feedstock availability for chemical and polymer manufacturing.

Asahi Kasei will introduce its innovative PFAS-free polyamide compounds and an advanced carbon fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP) recycling technology at the upcoming K 2025 trade fair.

Westlake Corporation has strategically expanded its materials portfolio by acquiring ACI Compounding Solutions, a move aimed at bolstering its presence in sustainable and high-performance plastic compounding.

Westlake Corporation has strategically expanded its materials portfolio by acquiring ACI Compounding Solutions, a move aimed at bolstering its presence in sustainable and high-performance plastic compounding.

A comprehensive guide to PLA - one of the most widely used biodegradable bioplastics made from renewable resources.

NatureWorks LLC, a leading producer of Ingeo bioplastic, announces a $600 million investment to triple their PLA production capacity by 2027.

CJ Biomaterials and NatureWorks have collaborated to introduce two new PHA-based compounds

NatureWorks is advancing construction on its new Ingeo™ PLA biopolymer manufacturing facility in Tha

Asahi Kasei has successfully achieved high-yield, high-purity biomethane production from organic waste biogas, advancing sustainable feedstock availability for chemical and polymer manufacturing.

Asahi Kasei has successfully achieved high-yield, high-purity biomethane production from organic waste biogas, advancing sustainable feedstock availability for chemical and polymer manufacturing.

Asahi Kasei has successfully achieved high-yield, high-purity biomethane production from organic waste biogas, advancing sustainable feedstock availability for chemical and polymer manufacturing.

Asahi Kasei has successfully achieved high-yield, high-purity biomethane production from organic waste biogas, advancing sustainable feedstock availability for chemical and polymer manufacturing.

TotalEnergies’ Grandpuits platform in France is undergoing a major €500 million conversion to become a zero-crude facility by mid-2025, focusing on sustainable aviation fuel, plastic recycling, and renewable energy production.

TotalEnergies’ Grandpuits platform in France is undergoing a major €500 million conversion to become a zero-crude facility by mid-2025, focusing on sustainable aviation fuel, plastic recycling, and renewable energy production.

TotalEnergies’ Grandpuits platform in France is undergoing a major €500 million conversion to become a zero-crude facility by mid-2025, focusing on sustainable aviation fuel, plastic recycling, and renewable energy production.

thyssenkrupp Uhde and Praj Industries Ltd. have announced a strategic partnership to deliver an integrated, end-to-end technology for Polylactic Acid (PLA) production, aiming to transform the bioplastics sector and advance the circular bioeconomy.

thyssenkrupp Uhde and Praj Industries Ltd. have announced a strategic partnership to deliver an integrated, end-to-end technology for Polylactic Acid (PLA) production, aiming to transform the bioplastics sector and advance the circular bioeconomy.

thyssenkrupp Uhde and Praj Industries Ltd. have announced a strategic partnership to deliver an integrated, end-to-end technology for Polylactic Acid (PLA) production, aiming to transform the bioplastics sector and advance the circular bioeconomy.

thyssenkrupp Uhde and Praj Industries Ltd. have announced a strategic partnership to deliver an integrated, end-to-end technology for Polylactic Acid (PLA) production, aiming to transform the bioplastics sector and advance the circular bioeconomy.

Braskem Siam has signed a Letter of Intent with Mitr Phol Bio Fuel for the annual supply of 450 million liters of ethanol, securing crucial feedstock for its pioneering bio-ethylene plant in Thailand set to operate by 2027.

Braskem Siam has signed a Letter of Intent with Mitr Phol Bio Fuel for the annual supply of 450 million liters of ethanol, securing crucial feedstock for its pioneering bio-ethylene plant in Thailand set to operate by 2027.

Braskem Siam has signed a Letter of Intent with Mitr Phol Bio Fuel for the annual supply of 450 million liters of ethanol, securing crucial feedstock for its pioneering bio-ethylene plant in Thailand set to operate by 2027.

Braskem Siam has signed a Letter of Intent with Mitr Phol Bio Fuel for the annual supply of 450 million liters of ethanol, securing crucial feedstock for its pioneering bio-ethylene plant in Thailand set to operate by 2027.

Lubrizol has launched new readily biodegradable polymers

Lubrizol has launched new readily biodegradable polymers, Carbopol® BioSense Polymer and Sensomer™ Cassia 115 Polymer, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable chemistry in personal care and other industries.

Lubrizol has launched new readily biodegradable polymers, Carbopol® BioSense Polymer and Sensomer™ Cassia 115 Polymer, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable chemistry in personal care and other industries.

Empire Diversified Energy secures $10 million in financing to complete the commissioning of its waste-to-energy chemical recycling facility in West Virginia.

Empire Diversified Energy secures $10 million in financing to complete the commissioning of its waste-to-energy chemical recycling facility in West Virginia.

The UK’s National Wealth Fund has announced a strategic investment to support Pulpex in constructing its first commercial-scale manufacturing facility for renewable fiber bottles in Scotland.

The UK’s National Wealth Fund has announced a strategic investment to support Pulpex in constructing its first commercial-scale manufacturing facility for renewable fiber bottles in Scotland.

Empire Diversified Energy secures $10 million in financing to complete the commissioning of its waste-to-energy chemical recycling facility in West Virginia.

Empire Diversified Energy secures $10 million in financing to complete the commissioning of its waste-to-energy chemical recycling facility in West Virginia.

Empire Diversified Energy secures $10 million in financing to complete the commissioning of its waste-to-energy chemical recycling facility in West Virginia.

ETG Bio Green Polymer has secured a 50-year land lease with KEZAD Group to establish a AED 150 million bioplastic and recycling facility in Abu Dhabi.

ETG Bio Green Polymer has secured a 50-year land lease with KEZAD Group to establish a AED 150 million bioplastic and recycling facility in Abu Dhabi.

ETG Bio Green Polymer has secured a 50-year land lease with KEZAD Group to establish a AED 150 million bioplastic and recycling facility in Abu Dhabi.

Idemitsu Kosan and Mitsubishi Electric form an alliance to integrate mass-balance biomass plastics into household appliances, aiming to reduce industrial carbon footprints.

Idemitsu Kosan and Mitsubishi Electric form an alliance to integrate mass-balance biomass plastics into household appliances, aiming to reduce industrial carbon footprints.

Idemitsu Kosan and Mitsubishi Electric form an alliance to integrate mass-balance biomass plastics into household appliances, aiming to reduce industrial carbon footprints.

Win Win Water partners with TotalEnergies Corbion to introduce a 100% plant-based, biodegradable water bottle utilizing Luminy® PLA technology.

European Bioplastics urges EU policymakers to formally recognize the bioplastics sector as a critical enabler for achieving the European Green Deal’s climate and circularity goals.

European Bioplastics urges EU policymakers to formally recognize the bioplastics sector as a critical enabler for achieving the European Green Deal’s climate and circularity goals.

European Bioplastics urges EU policymakers to formally recognize the bioplastics sector as a critical enabler for achieving the European Green Deal’s climate and circularity goals.

Thermoset resin producer Bakelite acquired Sestec, Polish company specializing in sustainable protein-based adhesives for wood and composite products, expanding its bio-based materials portfolio.

Thermoset resin producer Bakelite acquired Sestec, Polish company specializing in sustainable protein-based adhesives for wood and composite products, expanding its bio-based materials portfolio.

AgroRenew LLC started construction in Northeast Ohio on facility converting food waste from pumpkins, watermelons, and cantaloupes into bioplastics, addressing agricultural waste challenges.

Braskem SA and Sojitz Corp planning $400 million joint venture facility in Lafayette, Indiana to produce bio-based plastic feedstocks, expanding North American sustainable materials capacity.

Radici Group launched Bionside, new line of bio-based nylon resins at Fakuma 2024 trade show, expanding sustainable engineering plastics portfolio for automotive and industrial applications.

BASF and Siemens collaborated to present circuit breaker with components made from biomass-balanced plastics at Fakuma 2024, demonstrating industrial applications of sustainable materials.

Nexam Chemical and Verdofoam collaborating to advance lightweight materials in biobased plastics, combining crosslinking technology with foam production for improved sustainability and performance.

Nexam Chemical and Verdofoam collaborating to advance lightweight materials in biobased plastics, combining crosslinking technology with foam production for improved sustainability and performance.

Braskem and Norsk e-Fuel have formed a strategic partnership to explore integrating e-Naphtha

BIOWEG has successfully closed a €16 million Series A funding round

Kaneka Corporation has committed ¥12.4 billion in October 2025 to boost its PHBH biopolymer production capacity, addressing rising domestic demand for compostable packaging and cutlery while enhancing overall supply flexibility.